Materials Handler

This position is pending classification consistency review; final title, series, grade may change based on OPM standards. This position serves as a Warehouse Worker located within the Warehouse area of the Logistics Service in the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System performing work that involves handling and/or overseeing one or more product lines, a segment of a large warehouse, or may serve as the senior employee in a smaller warehouse or supply facility.

Develops and implements storage plans for assigned area(s) and arranges for movement of supplies between warehouse locations; Consolidates materials, and provide maximum space utilization and protection of materials; Coordinates incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials on docking areas; Selects specific storage locations within framework of general warehousing plan; Rotates stock, check for outdated materials and maintains the appropriate safeguards and temperature controls; Handles delivering and warehousing materials including hazardous, flammable and temperature sensitive products; Drives vehicles, trucks or vans not exceeding 4500 pounds vehicular weight, with electrical or hydraulic lift; Groups supplies in a logical and easy access manner while ensuring maximum efficiency of space; Submits monthly reports, status updates, periodic monitors and setting benchmarks; Coordinates all excess/turn-ins of equipment and materials; May serve as a senior member of a warehouse project team; Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm ( subject to changed based on agency needs) Position Description Title/PD#: Materials Handler/PD99805S Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized The Position Description (PD) associated with this position is currently undergoing a classification consistency review in accordance with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidelines. This process ensures that similar positions across the VA and federal government are classified consistently based on duties and responsibilities. As a result of this review, the final job title, occupational series, and/or grade level may be adjusted, including the possibility of a lower grade if the duties support that determination. If this occurs, selections will be notified and given the opportunity to accept or decline the revised offer. If a downgrade occurs after entry on duty, prior pay may be subject to overpayment review and potential debt; you will be notified of any determination and your rights.

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Must be able to independently operate Government Vehicle. Must provide clean driving record report from the DMV during the pre-employment process.