HazMat Packer: Safe, Efficient Materials Handling

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Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, 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 at the level for which you are applying.

Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen‑out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Performs work on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts items that weigh up to 40 pounds; packed containers that weigh up to 40 pounds; acquire assistance from other personnel or use materials‑handling equipment when lifting heavier items up to 70 pounds. Moderate to heavy pulling is required to apply nets to completed air pallets to ensure tightness and prevent movement of material.

Regularly exposed to the possibility of dangers involved in the handling and packing of hazardous materials. You must wear and use safety clothing and equipment for protection from most hazards.

Employee is required to wear safety clothing and equipment appropriate for the job and work area where assigned, as directed by the supervisor. Types of protective clothing and equipment may include, but are not limited to, eye, respiratory, and foot protection; protective clothing (gloves, aprons, coveralls, etc.). Other types may be required as deemed necessary by authorized management officials. Employees will be required to wear approved hearing protective devices, and an audiometric test will be conducted, as necessary, when working near or around noise hazardous areas, machinery, or equipment.