Materials Handler (Forklift Operator)

Materials Handler (Forklift Operator)

Department: Legislative Branch

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $26.74 - $31.19 Per Hour

Job Summary: Seeking an independent reliable incumbent to operates a forklift to transport compressed bales of cardboard, magazines, newspapers, books, bottles and materials compressed by a baling machine. The incumbent also receives and unloads incoming vendor shipments and assists with disposal of waste materials. Requires a valid State Driver's License and certified as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator to operate a Fork Lift in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.178 (1) (6).

Major Duties:

• The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Superintendent, Capitol Building, Assistant Superintendent Client Services Division, Laborer Branch This position requires a valid D.C. or State driver's license and a Certificate as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator to operate the Forklift in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.178 (l) (6). *** This incumbent of this position is designated as “Emergency Essential Personnel” and is required to report to work in emergency situations. *** The selected candidate will operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to 19,500 pounds to transport staff, supplies or equipment to and from Capitol Building operations locations. Materials Handler Receives and unloads delivery trucks and other designated conveyances. Palletizes and stacks material. Opens containers and checks materials received against invoice report or receipt document, comparing short titles, stock numbers, register number and quantity. The incumbent is responsible for the following functions/duties: delivering a diverse range of products and other materials. Operates hand truck, pallet jacks, dollies and other material handling equipment to deliver stock to storage areas or job sites. Operates a forklift truck with a load capacity of less than 10,000 pounds and a height capacity of 168 inches or more. Controls stock movement, being careful to avoid overloading or improper stacking or movement of supplies and materials. Re-positions large trucks at the loading dock bays to facilitate workflow or specialized functions. Ensures safe receipt, storage and movement of hazardous and toxic materials and substances, such as paint and varnish removers, lacquer thinners and varnish in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements. Assists with movement of trucks, the trash compactor and dumpster. Receives formal and on-the-job training to oversee the handling of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations. Fork Lift Operating Inspects Fork Lift equipment before operating to confirm that it is in safe operating condition. Operates a forklift truck with a load capacity of less than 10,000 pounds and a height capacity of 168 inches or more. Controls stock movement, being careful to avoid overloading or improper stacking or movement of supplies and materials. Loads and unloads heavy bulky supplies and heavy construction building materials and supplies to and from trucks Collects trash and debris from the assigned locations and surrounding grounds Empties trash, garbage and other debris from receptacles located throughout the buildings and the grounds

Qualifications: You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. You MUST meet the following screen-outs required for this position: Independently operate a Fork Lift to transport materials and receives and unloads incoming vendor shipments.

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Application Deadline: 2026-03-18