This position is located in the Community Recreation Branch, Morale, Welfare & Recreation, Naval Support Activity Panama City, Florida. The primary purpose of the position is to perform as a Marine Forklift Operator to lift, lower, and transport watercraft and to assist in the operation of the marina and outdoor recreation program.
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. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Must know how high, wide, and long the forklift and loads are, and how much the forklift can safely lift. Must be able to tell whether the forklift is able to lift the load and whether the load is properly balanced. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. 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. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire, and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.
Operates diesel-powered forklifts, which are capable of lifting loads weighing 10,000 pounds or more and higher than 168 inches. Operates forklifts inside building and outside, to and from marina boat storage areas and at the boat launch area. Follows oral or written instructions concerning when and where loads are to be moved and placed. Safely handles loads; ensures forklift is not used to lift more weight than the forklift is rated for. Drives carefully to avoid injuring other or damaging equipment and property as the forklift is operated in congested areas. Performs operator maintenance, such as checking and maintaining proper fluid levels, lubricating as required, cleaning and washing forklifts, spot-painting, and replacing minor forklift parts such as hydraulic hoses or basic mechanical parts. Assists customers with launch and recovery of boats using 20K Marine Forklift. Coordinates and assists other staff members in preparing recreational facilities and equipment for use in the Community Recreation/Recreational Lodging/Marina Program. Assists in implementing planned activities and programs by preparing required supplies, material and other resources necessary for operations. Ensures that the facilities and equipment are in good operating order and free of safety hazards. Also assists by answering customer inquiries, providing program information, and other duties relating to the operation of the facility. Drives government vehicle in support of recreation programs and events.