Materials Handler; Fork Lift Operator

Overview

The incumbent operates a forklift to transport compressed bales of cardboard, magazines, newspapers, books and other materials compressed by a baling machine. The incumbent also receives and unloads incoming vendor shipments and assists with disposal of waste materials. This position requires a valid D.C. or State driver's license and a Certificate as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator to operate the Forklift in accordance with 29 CFR  (l) (6).

• Receive and unload delivery trucks and other designated conveyors; open containers and check materials received against invoice report or receipt document, comparing titles, stock numbers, register numbers and quantities.
• Assemble material for disbursement from selected bulk storage areas and ensure correctness of register numbers, stock numbers, quantity, titles and classification of items ordered for shipment.
• Receive materials and supplies, personally store and monitor the receipt of supplies and materials purchased and stored for trades and crafts shops.
• Coordinate the movement of incoming and outgoing supplies and placement of materials within docking and storage areas.
• Operate industrial cleaning tools and equipment to vacuum rugs, clean floors, baseboards and perform routine cleaning tasks as required.
• Load, transport, unload and assemble tools, parts and materials; sort and dispose of recyclable materials and separate hazardous materials for disposal.
• Inspect forklift equipment before operating to confirm it is in safe operating condition and operate a forklift to transport and handle materials (e.g., compressed bales of cardboard, magazines, newspapers, books, bottles, cans, and other recyclable materials).
• Unload and uncrate delivered construction-related items and other materials as needed.
• Perform data entry to update inventory records and maintain an accurate on-hand and issued stock inventory.
• Operate a forklift with a load capacity greater than 10,000 pounds and a height capacity of 168 inches or more; coordinate movement of supplies within docking and storage areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

There is no educational requirement for this position.

To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol, an individual must meet one of the following categories: a citizen of the United States; a person lawfully admitted for permanent residence seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); a person admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 with declared intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;

a national of the United States; or an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.

Review your resume and responses carefully. Eligibility for consideration and qualifications will be determined based on a detailed resume and responses to job-specific self-assessment questions. The self-assessment questions relate to knowledge of operating material and moving equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hand lifts, hand trucks and mechanized platform lifts), ability to follow safety rules, and ability to perform tasks with limited supervision.

You will receive a numerical score based on your responses. Falsifying background is cause for non-selection. A complete application is required for consideration. See the Required Documents section of the job announcement for details.

You must apply online. FAX, email, or U.S. Postal submissions will not be accepted. If you are new to USAJOBS, create an account profile with your contact information and a resume. You must be a registered USAJOBS user and signed in to apply. For help, visit the USAJOBS Help Center. If you experience difficulties, contact the Monster Hiring Management Help Desk at or by email at  Help is available Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET.

The Employment Center can assist with on-site application issues at 441 Second & D Streets S.W., Washington, D.C., Room H2-178 (open weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

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The application requires: a resume and answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. No additional documents are required at the time of application. You may be asked to provide supporting documentation (e.g., diploma, transcripts, proof of federal employment status) during the interview or selection process. Veterans’ preference and selective service requirements may apply as applicable.

Benefits for federal employees may include medical and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and student loan repayment options, with benefits depending on employment type. The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal…