- Position Title
- Materials Handler
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTD-12746941-25-CR Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 to Monday, June 23, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Are you an employee of the facility indicated for this position?
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50). Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted). Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50). Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted). Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
2.
Please provide your driver's license number, issuing state and expiration date. Reminder - Do not include a copy of your license; if referred for interview it may be requested at that time.
3.
THIS REMINDER IS ONLY FOR APPLICANTS WHO ARE CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES:
Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
Time-In-Grade does not apply for Wage Grade (WG) positions. The SF-50 being submitted needs to be less than one year old to show that you are a current employee to verify your eligibility.
Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
Time-In-Grade does not apply for Wage Grade (WG) positions. The SF-50 being submitted needs to be less than one year old to show that you are a current employee to verify your eligibility.
4.
Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment physical?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Materials Handler position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documents as we may not make assumptions regarding your experience.
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
1.
Do you have the ability to perform the duties of the Materials Handler without more than normal supervision?
Experience includes: performing warehouse work involving receiving, storing, selecting and shipping of general or specialized bulk materials and equipment; loading and unloading materials; route materials and equipment to correct locations or storage areas; prepare shipping and inventory documents. Please note: Your experience must be detailed in your resume to receive full credit.
Experience includes: performing warehouse work involving receiving, storing, selecting and shipping of general or specialized bulk materials and equipment; loading and unloading materials; route materials and equipment to correct locations or storage areas; prepare shipping and inventory documents. Please note: Your experience must be detailed in your resume to receive full credit.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Materials Handlers MUST possess a valid, state driver's license or commercial driver's license (CDL), as applicable, if required to operate a motor vehicle or commercial vehicle.
Do you possess a valid, state driver's license?
Do you possess a valid, state driver's license?
The following statements pertain to work practices required by the job where things must be kept neat, clean and in order, including one or more of the following: accuracy in checking, counting, verifying, sorting; keeping records, logs, inventories etc. making reports; ability to use arithmetic; knowledge of storage, treatment, care; knowledge of handling and loading; meeting time schedules, deadlines or emergencies.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Checks received shipment items against electronic purchase orders and/or other related documentation.
4.
Verifies correctness of shipment prior to completing receiving process.
5.
Records/notes discrepancies such as shortages and damages.
6.
Directs special attention to time sensitive and emergency requests.
7.
Maintains warehouse in a neat clean and orderly manner.
8.
Maintains the flow of the warehouse by moving, delivering, shelving, storing and inventorying materials and equipment.
The following statements pertain to the technical practices of the position (ability to do the theoretical and precise work; special skills or procedures that were acquired through experience in the line of work).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Handles delivering and warehousing materials including hazardous, flammable and temperature sensitive products.
10.
Places items appropriately on shelving, pallets on bins to ensure adequate safeguard and access.
11.
Reads, writes and maintains files of various government and commercial documents to include turn in requests, discrepancy reports, shipping/receiving documents, etc.
12.
Maintains accurate inventory for all materials and equipment.
The following statements pertain to your ability to interpret instructions and specifications.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Interprets a variety of standards operation procedures (SOPs), directives, and policies.
14.
Follows all guidance provided by various directives, handbooks, memorandum, property management regulations, supply and distribution policies, checklists, etc.
15.
Follows oral instruction from dispatcher and/or supervisor pertaining to transporting, destination, cargo, deadlines and any additional/special instruction.
16.
Familiar with automated purchasing and inventory systems.
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of all materials used as a material handler.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Using forklifts, manual and mechanized pallet jacks, and other loading and storage mechanisms.
18.
Understands how to load supply carts, vehicles or pallets to ensure safety and most efficient process.
19.
Prepares authorized materials for shipment (both small packages and bulk).
20.
Ensures all items are packaged or palletized correctly to prevent damage.
The following statements pertain to your ability to operate with dexterity and safety (this includes consideration of speed and quality of operation; coordination; training and actual safety record).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Adheres to all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) operating and safety standards.
22.
Utilizes proper safety techniques when loading and unloading vehicles.
23.
Uses all types of personal protective equipment (PPE).
24.
Takes all precautionary measures in an attempt to prevent serious accidents.
25.
Handling hazardous and sensitive materials according to established procedures.
RESUME REMINDER - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title
- Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for Eligibility and/or Time-in-Grade):
If you are a current federal employee, you must attach your most recent, non-award SF-50. This SF-50 should not be more than a year old and must show your current position, grade and step. Award SF-50's typically do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted if they do not include Grade and Step. In order to clearly demonstrate you possess the time-in-grade as required by the announcement, additional SF-50s should be attached which clearly demonstrate the minimum time-in-grade requirement.
Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
If you are a current federal employee, you must attach your most recent, non-award SF-50. This SF-50 should not be more than a year old and must show your current position, grade and step. Award SF-50's typically do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted if they do not include Grade and Step. In order to clearly demonstrate you possess the time-in-grade as required by the announcement, additional SF-50s should be attached which clearly demonstrate the minimum time-in-grade requirement.
Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
- Within grade increases at the highest grade held
- Promotions with an effective date more than one year old
- SF-50's at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old
Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.