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Ordnance Equipment Repairer (Explosives Operator/ Forklift Operator)

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
Tooele Army Depot
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Summary

This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base, NDAA 1125 (a) and (c).

About the Position:
In a developmental capacity, performs the more complex operations required in the missile and ordnance systems field and ensures the accomplishment of all assigned tasks in accordance with technical directives under general supervision.

Promotion potential to the WG-10.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
10/16/2025 to 10/27/2025
Salary
$26.44 to - $35.03 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 8
Location
Tooele Army Depot, UT
Many vacancies
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
10
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
MCGL-26-12816038-DHA
Control number
848144500

Duties

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  • Perform a variety of duties including assembly /disassembly, test, replacement or repair of electrical, electronic and mechanical components of missiles and ordnance systems.
  • Perform inspection, test and exterior maintenance of components for propulsion units associated with missiles and ordnance systems.
  • Perform missile, component, and ordnance systems testing.
  • Record and analyze test results to determine operational status or serviceability of components.
  • Perform fault finding diagnosis and make necessary corrections, adjustments, or repairs to ensure proper functioning of components.
  • Disassemble missiles into major sections such as arming, guidance, and motor assemblies; assemble recertified sections, components, and equipment and set up test configurations in accordance with appropriate specifications and instructions.
  • Replace or repair defective components using mechanical, electrical and electronic test and measurement equipment.
  • Perform a variety of operations in the renovation, modification, demilitarization, care and preservation of ammunition and explosives, ranging from small arms up through 8" round to include mines, grenades and rockets.
  • Destroy a variety of explosives, ammunition and propellants by detonation and burning, following a variety of procedures specific to the particular items being destroyed.
  • Operate electric-, diesel-, or gasoline-powered fork lift trucks to move, stack and unstack, load and unload materials in and about warehouses, storage areas, loading docks, and on and off vehicles.

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.
  • Subject to the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
  • Medical evaluation may be required.
  • Subject to random drug testing.
  • Must meets requirements of 190-11, Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA and E).
  • Must complete training in hazardous waste management procedures within 6 months of appointment.
  • Must meet requirements of AMCR 350-4, Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working in Ammunition Operations.

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 an Ordnance Equipment Repairer (Explosives Operator/ Forklift Operator) without more than normal supervision. Assembly/disassembly, test and repair of electrical and electronic and mechanic components of missiles and ordnance systems. Experience operating automatic machines performing explosives work involving demilitarization or renovation such as pull-apart machines, delinking machines, or other renovation machines. Experience operating an electric, gasoline, or diesel powered fork lift truck.. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)
  • Physical effort: Position frequently stand, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work is occasionally performed in a sitting position while making repairs at a work bench or operating test stands and consoles. Work regularly requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying various sizes and shapes of components and parts weighing up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds). They occasionally handle similar items weighing up to 45 kilograms (100 pounds). Work involves lifting and working on production including standing, reaching, bending, stooping and carrying of items weighing up to 40 pounds. Manipulating parts and using machines and hand tools at rhythmic pace for extended periods . During fork lift operation, physical effort is required in braking and steering, manipulation of clutch, shift, lifting and tilting mechanisms.
  • Working Conditions:
    The work is normally performed inside shop areas, with occasional outside work in areas that are sometimes noisy and drafty; however, they are generally well heated and ventilated. There is frequent exposure to cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and injury from possible ruptured lines or component failure during high pressure testing. Repairers occasionally must wear face masks and protective clothing when there is the possibility of exposure to toxic fuels and acids, and they are occasionally required to work in close proximity to explosive components and devices.Work is performed on the demolition range and outside on ramps and storage areas when weather is often inclement. There are assignments where dirt, grease, noise, and odors are often disagreeable. Required to wear protective clothing which is specially made and treated for working on explosives; including safety shoes, glasses, gas masks, and coveralls. There is a chance of injuries ranging from loss of life to burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, and nausea.

Additional information

  • 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/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy.
  • This is an Ammunition Management Career Field position.
  • 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.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • 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.
  • Union: AFGE 2185

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

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.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants will receive preference consideration at the full-performance grade level only.

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

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