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HAZARDOUS CARGO INSPECTOR LEADER (JOINT INSPECT/VEHICLE OPER

Department of the Air Force
Air Mobility Command

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is lead three or more workers in performing general/special handling cargo processing, Joint Inspection and to operate motor vehicles, material handling equipment, forklifts, and loaders of all sizes up to and including vehicles with a gross of more than that of the 25K and 60K loaders.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/27/2026 to 04/02/2026
Salary
$76,572 to - $89,324 per year

The Hourly Rate is $36.69-$42.80

Pay scale & grade
WL 8
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
McChord AFB, WA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
5M-AFPC-12922573-223683-VEM
Control number
862646400

Duties

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  1. Serves as a working leader.
  2. Performs duties as a cargo processor, receiving and inspecting general and explosive cargo shipments arriving by commercial truck/air and military truck/air.
  3. Serves as a Hazardous Cargo/ Explosive shipment Leader on a rotating basis.
  4. Builds and breaks down pallets and maintains and stores equipment.
  5. Performs other related duties: Joint Inspector- Posts mission status boards, maintains mission status records,log books and cargo re-handle logs.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • May be required to operate vehicles or gross weights less than 22,000 pounds such as warehouse tractor, multi- stop van, pickup trucks, farm tractor, five tractor, five ton yard spotter and motorized warehouse sweeper
  • Must be able to work at elevated heights and climb down ladder to floor or elevated transfer vehicle if malfunction.
  • Must be able to obtain Hazardous Cargo Inspection certification and maintain currency. Must perform Hazardous Inspector Evaluator duties. Subject to shift work and uncommon tours or duty
  • Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance as a condition of employment
  • This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs
  • Position requires access to firearms. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence may not occupy this position in accordance
  • with the Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended 30 Sep 96. Employee must sign DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-7000, Packing And Processing Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is Ability to lead or supervise.


PHYSICAL EFFORT
Heavy lifting and carrying (45-79 pounds). Both hands are required. Hours of standing are more than 2 hours per day. Hours of kneeling are 1/2 hour per day. Hours of repeated bending are 1/2 hour per day. Climbing, use of legs and arms. Both legs required. Operation of crane, truck, tractor or motor vehicle. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Near vision correctable at J 3 Inches to 16 inches to Jaeger I to 4. Far vision corrcc1able in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other. Both eyes required. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish basic colors. Hearing must meet HI hearing profile in applicable regulations. Mental and emotional stability required. Lift can be otherwise accommodated a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Works inside and outside (other than normal commuting. Intermittent excessive noise. Dust grease and oil.
Working around moving objects or vehicles. Explosives. Working closely with others.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

  1. Skill in operating trucks or truck tractors with traileror semi-trailers coupled with a turntable or pivot hook. Ability to interpret oral and written instructions and specifications related to the operation and servicing of motor vehicles.
  2. Knowledge of pallet buildup and breakdown. Ability to build cargo to prevent shifting, falling or damage of any type.
  3. Ability to operate all vehicles assigned to the Aerial Port. Ability to perform routine vehicle operator servicing.
  4. Ability tocomplete applicable forms and documents: i.e. labels. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
  5. Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage requirements. Knowledge of pallet and aircraft load limitations. Ability to train personnel.
  6. Knowledge of security protection requirements. Knowledge of cargo protection requirements. Skill in performing Hazardous Cargo inspector duties and maintain certification. Ability to lead other workers, distribute work and give instructions.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 12922573

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

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.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.


BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements.


The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Air Mobility Command

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.


Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide:

  • AF DCIPS Interchange
  • AF Internal Employee
  • EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Employee
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians
  • PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunities Act

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Phone
1-800-525-0102
Email
DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY
Address
JBLM - McChord Field
100 Col Joe Jackson Blvd
Suite 1006
JBLM - McChord Field, WA 98438
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