AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE HANDLER

Summary This National Guard position is for a AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE HANDLER (TEMP) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2278000 and is part of the USPFO ASP located at Camp Williams, with the Utah Army National Guard. This vacancy priority is those who are current military members of the Utah Army National Guard. The selecting supervisor for this vacancy is SFC Bryce C Jarrett. The vacancy is for a Temporary Assignment not to exceed 1 year. Responsibilities Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list As a AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE HANDLER (TEMP) (TITLE 32), WG-6501-7, you will: The primary purpose of this position is to perform the handling, storage, examining, transporting, and identifying of ammunition and explosives to detect defects, serviceability, deterioration, and compliance with all ammunition and explosives regulations, acceptable standards, specifications, or contractual requirements, as well as policy and procedures. Performs Ammunition Inspections pertaining to the receipt, classification, storage, issue and shipment of ammunition items. May receive shipments of all types of ammunition and verify DA form 1348 against Depot surveillance Records for correct NSN and Condition Code. Verifies quantity of containers for accuracy of nomenclature, stock and lot numbers against shipping documents and signs for shipments. Receives turn-ins from using organizations, counts each item received and inspects for serviceability. Classifies material to assure compatibility of explosive items. Conducts inspection of ammunition being turned-in to determine suitability for further training needs. Takes appropriate steps in the disposition of Ammunition Condition Codes - H (ACCH) material. Ammunition Condition Reports (ACRs) are prepared and sent to item manager for disposition of restricted and/or suspended items. If disposition is determined to be locally demilitarized; contact designated Explosives Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team and assist with demilitarization mission. Prepares items for shipment to other depots and/or installations. Using the correct Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and packing requirements, ensures all shipments meet DOT requirements, are palletized and banded according to the hazard class division, and establishes the correct weight and cube. Ensures the appropriate 1348's are filled out and sent to Transportation Officer. Performs a variety of routine and special inspections of conventional ammunition. Monitors ammunition and explosive related operations at firing sites and demilitarization areas for adherence to regulations and procedures concerning explosives, compatibility, quantity distance, explosive and personnel limits, transportation and utilization of protective equipment. Inspects storage facilities for proper storage, packaging, warehousing, structural defects, cleanliness, ammunition compatibility and compliance with Quantity-Distance requirements or applicable explosive safety waivers. Inspects propellant charge containers and bulk propellants in storage. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Military Rank: Enlisted Compatible Military Assignments: 89B, 92A, 92Y For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Medical screening will be completed upon selection for hire. Soldiers who accept a technician position may be terminated from the Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP). National Guard Membership is required. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Incumbent must be cleared IAW requirements of AR 190-11 (Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives), and must pass a local and national law enforcement files check. Must meet the requirements of FORSCOM Reg 700-4 (Training and Certification Program for personnel working in ammunition operations) as well as the training requirements of FORSCOM Reg 350-10 to become ammunition certified. Must graduate from the 80-hour HAZMAT Certification course. Must possess and maintain a current state driver's license. This position is subject to the Lautenberg amendment to the gun control act of 1968 which makes it a felony for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunition. Civilian personnel of the Department of the Defense are not exempt from this provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, selectee will be required to sign a form acknowledging understanding of this provision. Potential for incentive pay. Qualifications *Your resume must reflect in detail how the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer meets the below listed general and specialized experience required for the position. **Must include beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week in order to determine part time vs. full time credit. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Have experience or training which demonstrates the ability to use and maintain tools and equipment associated with the type of work to be done, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Experience which demonstrates the knowledge of and the ability to apply safety standards. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG-07 - Requires 12 months of specialized experience handling and the ability to learn how to destroy explosives and toxic materials; follow safety procedures in the handling of ammunition, explosives and toxic materials. Experience which demonstrates the ability to use radial monitoring instruments, photographs, chemical analysis and x-ray equipment. Education Not applicable for this position. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). MILITARY MEMBERS WITH BONUSES: Upon acceptance of a military technician position military members who are currently receiving a military Reenlistment/Extension Bonus (REB) or GI Bill-SR Kicker may lose incentive eligibility and may be subject to termination or suspension of incentive (includes indefinite and temporary technicians on assignment for more than 180 days in any continuous 12-month period). Are advised to meet with education specialist to review contract.