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Explosive Operator

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
Anniston Munitions Center
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Summary

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: The Anniston Army Depot is located in Anniston, Alabama.This is a developmental position to WG-08.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
06/11/2024 to 06/17/2024
Salary
$20.43 to - $26.71 per hour

Salary range encompasses the lowest level of pay at the WG-06 and highest level of pay at the WG-08.

Pay scale & grade
WG 6
Location
Anniston, AL
Few vacancies
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Term - Not to Exceed 13 Months
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
8
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
MCGL2401395830985HD
Control number
795032800

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Duties

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  • Modify items by disassembling to remove obsolete, deteriorated, damaged, and contaminated parts or components.
  • Performs packaging and un-packing of munition items, assemblies, complete rounds, and pallets using powered and manual banding equipment.
  • Assists in the demilitarization of conventional and missile explosive components and assemblies.
  • Perform painting, labeling, stenciling, spot painting, and touch up of explosive and nonexplosive material.
  • Assure that machine capacities are not exceeded.
  • Use various types of gages, scales and testing equipment to check alignment, profile, weight tensile strength, continuity and fuse cavities in connection with completing work.
  • Operate a variety of machines, equipment and tools to assemble, seal and coat components.
  • Monitor work in progress and compliance with supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines.
  • Perform control checks to insure electronic components are functional.
  • Assist in performing the destruction of ammunition items and/or loaded components by detonation.
  • Operate forklift, loading, and unloading of munitions.
  • Inspect scrap material for salvage to assure it is free from explosives and contamination.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
  • This position is covered by the civilian drug abuse testing program governed by AR 600-85, The Army Substance Abuse Program. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019.
  • Federal Wage System employees, WG/WL/WS etc., must complete and pass a pre-employment and appropriate annual Depot Medical Examination.
  • This position is subject to the Lautenberg amendment to the gun control act of 1968 which makes it a felony for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunition.
  • This position has Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility responsibilities and requires successful completion of training IAW ANAD's RCRA permit.
  • This position requires a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
  • Incumbent is required to complete a DA FORM 7708 (Personnel Reliability Screening and Evaluation Form) per Army Regulation (AR) 190-13.
  • This position requires the incumbent to meet the requirements of AMC-R 350-4, Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working in Ammunition Operations and the requirements of DA PAM 385-64, Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards.
  • Requires the operation of various sizes and types of Heavy Mobile Equipment (MHE). The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle license.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Explosive Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. I can perform common task including use of common hand and power tools; perform day-to-day operation of machinery and/or equipment used to perform a number of assembly or disassembly operations; and follow safety requirements and limits at all times. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent is responsible for shutting off the machine in case of malfunctions. In case of minor stoppage, they may clear or restart the machines. On-the-job assistance is often available from higher grade employees. Employees at this level function with occasional spot checks to assure quality of output. Work requires walking, bending and long periods of standing. Incumbent is required to push and pull items, and frequently lift weights up to 40 pounds. Occasionally may be required to lift weights up to 60 pounds.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors and on unloading docks with cement floors. There is exposure to weather conditions, dirt, grease and noise from conveyor lines. There is possibility of minor cuts and bruises. Wears such protective clothing as safety shoes, gloves, aprons and goggles, if necessary, when sanding. Work assignments involve a thorough knowledge of hazardous material handling, and related activities. Incumbent is required to successfully complete a variety of hazardous material classes. There is a possibility of exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes from spills and/or leaks and incumbent may be required to wear protective clothing (e.g., rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, gloves, respirator, hood, etc.).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • The Joint Munitions Command provides the Joint Force with ready, reliable, lethal munitions at the speed of war. JMC's mission is to support the production, storage, distribution, and demilitarization of munitions. This position serves as an Explosives Operator located at Anniston Munitions Center, Directorate of Mission Management Maintenance and Demil-Ammo, Anniston, Alabama, which is a subordinate installation of JMC.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Logistics Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Position will be filled as a term appointment NTE 13 months Term appointments may be extended beyond six (6) years, up to eight (8) years. With DoD approval, term appointments may be extended beyond eight (8) years.
  • Current permanent Federal employees (to include permanent Army employees) applying for a term appointment will be appointed/converted into a term appointment with no statutory return rights back to a permanent position.
  • This is a developmental position up to full performance level, WG-08. Noncompetitive promotion to the full performance level authorized.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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