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Position Title: Explosives Worker (Materials Handler)
Agency: U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
Announcement Number: MCGL256369540230S Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, February 3, 2025 to Monday, March 31, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

2. Would you accept a term appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

1. The Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) states that resumes should be limited to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. (NOTE: You may select either response A or B to acknowledge; this question serves only as a reminder of the notice on the JOA).

A. I understand that I may submit my resume in any format of my choosing, however, if my submitted resume is over 5 pages, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine eligibility/qualifications.

B. I acknowledge the statement in response ‘A’.

This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.

1. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health & ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment physical and willing to maintain a level of physical fitness to obtain and maintain employment as required?

A. Yes

B. No

2. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. Are you willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and submit to a pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position?

A. Yes

B. No

3. This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment. This act bans individuals convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence and certain others from possession or access to firearms or ammunition. (False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment per 18 U.S.C. Section 1001). Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain eligibility for this position based on the provisions of the Lautenberg Amendment?

A. Yes

B. No

4. This position requires an Arms, Ammunition and Explosives (AA&E) Security Certification/Screening in accordance AR 190-11. Are you willing to obtain and maintain an Arms, Ammunition and Explosives (AA&E) Security Certification in accordance AR 190-11 for the duration of employment in this position?

A. Yes

B. No

5. The incumbent must complete the introductory course in hazardous waste management within six months of being assigned to these duties and attend annual hazardous waste management refresher course. Are you willing to complete the introductory course in hazardous waste management within six months of being assigned to these duties and attend annual hazardous waste management refresher course?

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in the Explosives Worker (Materials Handler) position with the Department of the Army. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this assessment questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.

1. From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Explosives Worker (Materials Handler),WG-6502-04, duties without more than normal supervision.

A. A. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex duties using a variety of wrenches, spanners, pliers, and measuring instruments such as spring or beam scales. I am skilled in following instructions, standard operating procedures and safety procedures such as recognizing obvious unsafe conditions or defects such as rusted, dented, cracked, or leaking containers. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence.

B. I have the ability to perform the full range of using a variety of wrenches, spanners, pliers, and measuring instruments such as spring or beam scales. am skilled in following instructions, standard operating procedures and safety procedures such as recognizing obvious unsafe conditions or defects such as rusted, dented, cracked, or leaking containers. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection.

C. I have the ability to perform some assignments including using a variety of wrenches, spanners, pliers, and measuring instruments such as spring or beam scales. I can follow instructions, standard operating procedures and safety procedures such as recognizing obvious unsafe conditions or defects such as rusted, dented, cracked, or leaking containers. I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion.

D. I have the ability to perform simple duties using a variety of wrenches, spanners, pliers, and measuring instruments such as spring or beam scales.

E. I do not possess the abilities described above.

2. From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Explosives Worker (Materials Handler),WG-6502-05, duties without more than normal supervision.

A. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex duties performing repetitive hand operations to assemble or disassemble ammunition, explosives, ammunition components or fused projectiles in a production-type environment. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence.

B. I have the ability to perform the full range of duties using repetitive hand operations to assemble or disassemble ammunition or explosives items not in a production-type environment. I am skilled in using common hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, or brushes. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection.

C. I have the ability to perform some tasks including performing repetitive hand operations to assemble or disassemble ammunition or explosives items. I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion.

D. I have the ability to perform simple repetitive hand operations to assemble or disassemble items.

E. I do not possess the abilities described above.

3. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.

A. Yes, I verify that all of my responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do not support one or more of my responses to the questionnaire that my application may be rated lower and/or I may be removed from further consideration.

B. No. I do not accept this agreement and/or I no longer wish to be considered for this position.

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