HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSER

Duties
• You will perform the inspection, receipt, inventory, database entry, segregation and storage of hazardous waste.
• You will prepare processed and non-processed hazardous waste for transport.
• You will operate transport and handling vehicles such as forklifts, stake-body, box and vacuum tank trucks, and other lifting equipment to load and transport materials.
• You will assist in collection of water, air, soil, and other hazardous waste samples using varying collection devices
Requirements Conditions of Employment
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty
Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current CPR certification.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain current respirator and medical/safety certifications.
• This is a Mission Essential position
You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current Forklift Operator's license and Medical Forklift certification.
• You will successfully complete a 40-hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training within six months of employment.
• This position requires experience in operating motor vehicles.
• Must have the ability to use various forward speeds driving wheels, as well as be skilled in coordinating hands, feet, and eyes while using driving controls to safely operate vehicles with vacuum tank systems
Qualifications This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates
The selective placement factor is: WG-07: You must complete a 40-hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operators Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training within six months of employment
You must pass the Department of Transportation and biennial refresher HW DOT training
You will be required to obtain and maintain within six months of employment a Government forklift operator's license and a hazmat (H) endorsement on their CDL
You must already possess a Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsements
(NOTE: You must provide a copy of the license with your application package in order to receive further consideration for the position.) Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job
Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible
The Screen-out Element for this position is: WG-07: Ability to do the work of a Hazardous Waste Disposer without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by: 1) Placing hazardous waste in appropriate containers; 2) Assisting with processing hazardous waste for storage and disposal; 3) Inspecting hazardous waste containers, storage locations, and labels; 4) Operating forklift and other container handling equipment, and 5) Performing hazardous waste pick-ups, transportation of hazardous waste, general hazardous waste characterization, and packaging and storage of hazardous waste
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C)
Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-6900 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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
Education N/A Additional information This announcement uses the Certain Competitive Service Positions direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service
Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed
This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements
Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program
Several vacancies may be filled
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants
Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority
However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
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As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
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How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered
Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position
Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience
As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer
You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation
If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation
If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified
Please follow all instructions carefully
Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment
All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.
• Benefits Help A career with the U.S
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies
A complete resume is required
Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments
Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications
The following information should be provided in your resume, but it is

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