- Position Title
- Packer Leader (Fire Support)
- Agency
- Forest Service
- Announcement Number
- 25-EHT-CACHE3-FS5433-6DP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, July 8, 2025 to Friday, July 18, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Please enter at least 3 references below. Include first and last name, phone number and email address.
3.
Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?
Conditions of Employment
1.
This position requires the incumbent to be a certified forklift operator in accordance with OSHA standards and be able to pass an operator's test, read traffic signs, and complete trip tickets, within one year of initial employment. Do you understand this requirement?
This position requires the incumbent to be a certified forklift operator in accordance with OSHA standards and be able to pass an operator's test, read traffic signs, and complete trip tickets, within one year of initial employment. Do you understand this requirement?
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience and/or education needed to qualify for this position.
For the following question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for the question. Please note that your answer will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application, as well as information provided by your references. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
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 Packer Leader duties.
2.
Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, degree, and/or completion of trade or vocational school program.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Review automated inventory report data to access information necessary to evaluate kit shortages and to recommend priority order in which workers build National Fire Equipment System (NFES) kits from selected stock components.
4.
Pack and label material following pre-established shipping requirements for hazardous and non-hazardous materials and items.
5.
Determine sequences of loading and unloading to develop space utilization plans.
6.
Implement the movement of incoming fire supplies and outgoing refurbished product for placement to docking and storage locations.
7.
Enter condition of returned items into inventory management system for records reporting.
8.
Determine packing configuration to assemble items according to kit component packing lists and inspect for accuracy.
9.
Perform a variety of packer work, including packaging, loading, and balancing standard sized and shaped cargo, and selecting the packing materials taking into account such factors as size, type, weight, fragility, method of transportation, storage facility and final destination.
10.
Disassemble and reassemble supplies to replace parts, apply oils, rust inhibitors, and other preservation materials to ensure proper working condition.
11.
Make independent judgements and decisions within the framework of oral and written instructions and accepted methods, techniques, and procedures.
12.
Follow general oral and/or written instructions for assigned work, relying on a superior for assistance in handling dangerous, unusual, or rapidly changing situations to successfully complete assignments.
13.
Research and refer to manufacturer's specifications, stock catalogs, manuals, research and technology data, and cache memorandums to prevent damage and preserve the lifespan of items.
14.
Use and/or maintain various types of equipment for the purpose of packaging, such as heat sealers, hand powered and mechanical shrink wrap, banding, and stapling machines.
15.
Perform visual and operating checks to determine when tools and equipment should be tested, repaired, and/or calibrated.
16.
Monitor working condition of tools and equipment to assess damage and replacement needs.
17.
Build kits from individual components according to National Fire Equipment System (NFES) standards.
18.
Pack tools, materials and equipment using a wide variety of standard packing methods and techniques that include items of a large, heavy, or fragile nature.
19.
Prepare requisitions for parts and materials required in support of refurbishing work or warehousing operations based on shop request, review of parts list, and inventories of existing stock.
20.
Conduct periodic inventory of material to support operational efforts and request adjustments through established business practices.
21.
Determine condition of returned equipment and supplies to correctly code and route material through the refurbishment process or to determine the removal from service.
22.
Correct safety problems when noticed or identified in order to complete assignments safely and on time.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your supporting documentation, are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take an opportunity to review your responses for their accuracy.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
23.
Have you read the "Required Documents" section of the vacancy announcement and understand that failure to submit all required, legible documents prior to the closing date of the announcement may result in loss of consideration?
24.
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. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.