Laborer (Seasonal 8-10 months) AMENDED

IRS; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

IRS is seeking a federal WG-03 employee in Bloomington, IL to perform very heavy manual labor, including lifting and moving heavy equipment. The role requires operating weight-handling tools like pallet jacks and dollies, and adhering to safety protocols in a busy work environment.

The position prioritizes reliable teamwork, physical stamina, and ability to work with minimal supervision as part of the Care-Customer Assistance, Relationship and Education unit.

Qualifications

• Able to perform very heavy manual labor including lifting and moving objects.
• Use weight-handling equipment to move forms, supplies, property, and equipment.
• Operate weight-handling devices safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform very heavy manual tasks and assist with moving heavy equipment.
• Operate pallet jacks, electric hand trucks and dollies as required for material handling.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Weight-handling equipment

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Electric hand trucks

Dollies

Job description

WHAT IS TAXPAYER SERVICES?

A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

• Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s):
  • TS - CARE-Customer Assistance, Relationship and Education - Customer Assistance Relationships & Education - Correspondence Production Services

REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, you must meet any screen-out element listed.

When preparing your resume, clearly describe the experience and training that have prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. Address all your knowledge, skills and/or abilities for all job-related factors. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition.

The screen-out element (SOE) for this position is:

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SOE)

In addition to the SOE, you must also meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

WG-03. To be eligible for this position at this grade level, you must meet the requirements below: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. To be qualifying your experience should demonstrate the following: Able to perform very heavy manual labor including lifting and moving very heavy equipment and supplies through confined spaces. Use weight-handling equipment to move forms, supplies, property, and equipment to and from the warehouse. Possess knowledge and skill in the operation and control of heavy power equipment and know how to work safely with heavy tools. Operation of weight-handling devices such as electric hand trucks, pallet jacks and dollies to move very heavy loads. Prior job experience or on-the-job training is normally required to gain this level of manual skill.

AND You must also meet the following requirement(s):

• MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: Minimum age for federal employment is 18 years old, or at least 16 years old and have:
  • Graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or
  • Completed a formal vocational training program; or
  • Received a statement from school authorities agreeing with your preference for employment rather than continuing your education.
• Physical Requirement: Able to exert very heavy physical effort in performing such tasks as lifting and moving objects weighing over 50 pounds and operating heavy equipment.

For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.