Department of the Army

Laborer

Anniston Army Depot, Alabama Full time

Laborer

Department: Department of the Army

Location(s): Anniston Army Depot, Alabama

Salary Range: $17.31 - $31.19 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the Position: Position(s) will be filled under the Department of the Army Pathways Intern Program. Click here for more information on Pathways program participation. The Anniston Army Depot is located in Anniston, Alabama in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain chain halfway between Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL just off Interstate 20. The Depot is the largest employer in Calhoun County with approximately 4000 employees

Major Duties:

  • Pathways Internship positions provide for development and training. Assignments become more responsible as incumbent increases knowledge and skills through work experience and academic training. At the full-performance level, you will be expected to:
  • Serve as a student trainee and as such is given on-the-job training and instructions to perform manual duties in a variety of workstations.
  • In addition to the general manual duties, work assignments are designed to provide learning experience in an assigned skill trade.
  • Perform manual duties in shop work situation relating to one of following target occupations: (1) HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT REPAIRER; (2) ELECTRONICS MECHANIC HELPER.

Qualifications: Who May Apply: Students who are eligible for participation in the Department of the Army Internship Program Positions are open to current students pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution on at least a half-time basis (as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled). Short-term training programs (e.g., several two-week programs completed) are not considered an academic course of study. Internship for current students in good standing at an accredited education. For this internship, you must be able to work full-time when not attending classes (i.e. summers, fall and spring breaks, etc.) part time. This intern position is designed to prepare a student trainee for employment after graduation as a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT REPAIRER, entry level WG-5803-05 leading to a full performance to a WG-5803-08 OR ELECTRONICS MECHANIC HELPER, entry level of WG-2604-05 leading to the full performance of WG-2604-08. Interns will be assigned tasks designed to increase familiarity with the target occupation in a real-world work environment. This opportunity follows a standard promotional path: Within 120 days after completion of Internship requirements, you may be eligible for conversion to the entry-level for the target occupation. Entry level for these positions are typically at the WG-05 level. The actual grade level at the time of conversion depends on academic achievement and other factors. The full performance level of this position is based on job title and series. (HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT REPAIRER, entry level WG-5803-05 leading to a full performance to a WG-5803-08 OR ELECTRONICS MECHANIC HELPER, entry level of WG-2604-05 leading to the full performance of WG-2604-08.) Progression from the entry-level to the full performance level for this occupation will depend on successful completion of all requirements for promotion. Promotions may be considered after a year at each grade level but are not guaranteed to occur on a specific time schedule. See requirements for conversion to term position in the "Additional Information" section below. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Reliability and Dependability to perform the duties of a Laborer without more than normal supervision. I follow oral or written instruction from my supervisor or senior employee. I can assist with skilled trades or craftsmen by fetching tools, materials, and/or equipment; held, moved, rearranged, lifted, carried, and stacked items and objects. I can clean basic hand tools used to complete basic tasks. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Ability To Follow Directions in a Shop Ability to Work as a Member of a Team Dexterity and Safety Reliability And Dependability Shop Aptitude and Interest PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work requires continuous standing, walking, stooping and frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 10-30 pounds; and occasional lifting of moderately heavy objects weighing 45 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: There is exposure to drafts, noise, dust and dirt. There is chance of minor cuts and bruises.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/04/2026 to receive consideration To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12925722). Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

Application Deadline: 2026-05-04