Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey
Salary Range: $65928 - $76948 Per Year
Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to plan and construct custom containers and material handling items from wood or wood substitute materials; pack, preserve, and crate items for shipment and/or storage; brace and block items for shipment; and operate fork lifts to facilitate loading and unloading.
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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-4600 Woodwork 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 the ability to do the work of a WOOD WORKER (BLOCKER AND BRACER) without more than normal supervision. 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. Knowledge of a wide range of requirements surrounding the packing, preserving, storing, blocking/bracing, and conveying of hazardous materials; and custom/special woods, wood substitutes, and plastic materials for selection in constructing custom containers and for use in a full range of blocking and bracing duties. 2. Knowledge of arithmetic to calculate lengths, widths, and weights. 3. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. 4. Skill in applying a complete range of woodworking techniques to include measuring and laying out new designs/changes for custom container construction; skill involving the full range of blocking and bracing cargo inside or upon conveyances, including the development of plans for fabrication of new devices for special demands; and skill to perform a wide variety of standard and specialized packing/preserving to include various protective/cushioning and bracing techniques. 5. Skill to use and maintain tools and equipment, such as hammers, hand saws, power saws, pneumatic nailers/staplers, heat sealing and vacuum equipment, woodworking machines, etc..; skill and dexterity to safely operate forklifts without more than normal supervision. 6. Ability to read and follow specifications, instructions, sketches, illustrations, and blueprints. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work continuously involves standing, stooping, reaching, or similar physical activity. Must sometimes work in cramped orawkward positions and may have to climb upon or crawl under vehicles or structures. Occasionally performs heavy,strenuous, tiring work for prolonged periods on hard surfaces. Continuously lifts, carries, and positions tools and materialsweighing up to 18 kilograms (approximately 45 pounds), and often moves or positions extremely heavy items using jacks,levers, floor hoists, cranes, fork lifts, or assistance from other workers. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in warehouse or enclosed area that may be drafty, cold, or overheated. Occasionally works outside and is subject toprevailing weather conditions. Frequently exposed to noise and possible cuts, abrasions, muscle strains and injuries fromusing hand and powered tools. Exposed to nose and lung irritation: from dust and sawdust, and possible injuries fromfalling objects, swinging crane loads etc. May be exposed to noxious fumes, skin irritants, and flammable chemicals.Safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard toe shoes, ear plugs, hard hats, or other protective equipment may be requiredto be worn on the job.??????? 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.
How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/11/2025 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12845736 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Application Deadline: 2025-12-11