Laborer NA-01.

Obsolete Site; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Army NAF in Alabama seeks a general laborer to support facilities operations. You will perform manual tasks, handle light to moderate lifting, and assist with cleaning, grounds care, and equipment use both indoors and outdoors.

The role requires adherence to safety procedures, ability to follow instructions, and a valid driver’s license. Resumes should clearly reflect relevant experience; no education is required.

Qualifications

• Three months of laboring experience required.
• Ability to use, control and clean tools and power equipment.
• Follow oral and/or written instructions with multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Opens and unpacks cartons of materials; moves items with hand truck.
• Polices areas, cleans, waters beds, and maintains grounds.
• Washes and waxes vehicles; cleans facilities with standard cleaners.
• Performs routine cleaning and reports repairs to supervisor.
• Identifies hazards and reports issues affecting operations.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety compliance

Tool operation

Driving license

Reading instructions

Education

No education required

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Duties

• Opens and unpacks cartons of materials and removes contents. Moves or uses hand truck to move various items requiring delivery or storage. Sets up and breaks down multi-functional areas. Arranges mobile furniture, movable walls, light equipment, etc.
• Polices assigned areas, collects and disposes of trash and debris, cuts grass and pulls weeds, waters grass and flower beds, spreads mulch, and rakes leaves. Shovels snow and outs down salt.
• Washes and waxes vehicles.
• Sweeps, vacuums, mops, and waxes floors. Uses industrial household cleaners to clean, disinfect and deodorize windows, mirrors, fixtures, and facilities.
• Replenishes supplies as necessary. Reports facility condition to supervisor including the need for repairs. Dusts and polishes furniture. Empties trash.
• Routine work assignments are completed with little supervision. Specific instructions are provided on new or unusual assignments. Work is reviewed in progress or upon completion for compliance with instructions and established practices.
• Responsible to identify and report obvious hazards, malfunctioning equipment, and any other situations that may impact work operations.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Requires light to moderate lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 30 pounds and occasionally 45 pounds. Required to stand, walk, bend and kneel for lengthy periods of time.
• Required to follow safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, and safety glasses to avoid possible hazards in the work area.
• Must be able to work vary/rotating shifts that include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must attend Team Member Orientation within the first thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry moderate objects up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift up to 45 pounds.
• Must be able to actively bend, stoop, stand, reach, and work in awkward positions.
• Works indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions when working outdoors. Exposed to drafts, noise, dust and dirt. Possibility of bruises, muscle strains, cuts and scrapes.
• Required to follow safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, and safety glasses to avoid possible hazards in the work area.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

• Possess Three (3) months of laboring experience required.
• Must have the ability to use, control and clean tools and power equipment used, and ability to follow oral and /or written instructions involving duties with several distinct tasks or steps without constant supervision of each task assigned.

This experience must be reflected on your resume to be considered eligible for this position.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

• Possess six (6) months of experience working with small engine repairs such as Trolling motor, lawnmower, chainsaw, etc.
• Possess twelve (12) months of working experience as a laborer or similar work experience.

Applicants who meet both the minimum qualifications and one of the best qualifying criteria will be referred to the selecting official first. To be evaluated as a best qualified candidate, your resume MUST clearly reflect the knowledge and experience listed under the best qualified criteria above.

Skill And Knowledge

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies.

The ability to perform simple manual tasks, and knowledge of cleaning, grounds maintenance, and lifting procedures. Skill and knowledge to safely operate and perform routine maintenance on hand tools and equipment (rake, pitch folk, wheelbarrow, hand-pump sprayer, hand truck, shovel, push lawn mower, hammer, screwdriver, wrench, pliers). Ability to understand common signs and read general instructions.

Education

No education required.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who who are in the local commuting area (U.S. Citizens and Non U.S. Citizens that live within 50 miles of Fort. Rucker, AL). (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.