Meatcutter (MVO)

United-States-Department-of-Defense; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Department of Defense seeks a Meatcutter to perform cutting tasks and transport between Camp Pendleton and San Onofre Commissaries. The role may include operating forklifts and adhering to strict safety and sanitation standards.

The position requires handling tight schedules in a cold environment, with training on proper tool use, equipment maintenance, and safe lifting practices. Travel between locations is a key component of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Examples of qualifying experience include preparing ready-to-eat cuts and special orders such as crown roasts.
• Experience using hand tools and operating powered meat cutting equipment.
• Cleaning and sanitizing meatcutting tools, equipment, and work areas to maintain standards.
• Operating a refrigerated truck, semi-tractor, or similar vehicle.
• Operating an electric, diesel or gasoline powered forklift.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of a meatcutter and operate a motor vehicle between Camp Pendleton Commissary and San Onofre Commissary.
• Occasionally operate an electric, diesel, or gasoline powered forklift.
• Work in a controlled environment with temperature extremes and required safety protocols.

Skills

Meat cutting

Forklift operation

Vehicle operation

Safety procedures

Interpret Instructions

Dexterity

Job description

The primary purpose of the position is to perform duties of a meatcutter and to operate a motor vehicle, driving between the Camp Pendleton Commissary and the San Onofre Commissary. In addition to the operation of a motor vehicle, the incumbent may occasionally be required to operate an electric, diesel, or gasoline powered fork lift.

You must meet qualifications and requirements by the closing date. Per the OPM Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations, how you gained the skill and/or knowledge or the length of time you have spent in this line of work is not as important as what you can do and that you have the required ability or potential to successfully perform the duties of this position. Your resume should show your specific knowledge, skill, and abilities for this position in relation to each of the elements being measured.

Examples of qualifying experience

• Preparing ready-to-eat cuts and special orders such as crown roasts
• Using hand tools and operating powered meat cutting equipment
• Cleaning and sanitizing meatcutting tools, equipment, and work areas to maintain required standards
• Operating a refrigerated truck, semi-tractor, or similar vehicle
• Operating an electric, diesel or gasoline powered forklift

You will receive credit for all relevant qualifying experience (paid and unpaid), including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate what you can do against what the work requires (job element method). This job has one critical element, called the screen-out element (SOE). The SOE addresses the critical knowledge, skill, and abilities essential to satisfactory job performance. Applicants who clearly fail to meet the lowest acceptable requirement in the SOE are rated ineligible and receive no further consideration. The job elements for this job are:

• Ability to do the Work of the Meatcutter (MVO) Without More than Normal Supervision
• Work Practices
• Vehicle Operation
• Technical Practices
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Materials
• Dexterity and Safety

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Nonexempt

Bargaining Unit Status

Not Covered

Obligated Position

No

Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered

No. DoD criteria not met.

Work environment

Works in an area where the temperature does not exceed 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Majority of work is performed in areas which are well lighted and ventilated. Occasionally exposed to temperatures as low as minus 10 degrees Fahrenheit when transferring items to and from freezer rooms. Cold weather clothing, protective equipment, and special clothes (metal mesh apron, gloves, safety shoes, etc.) are provided. Subject to cuts and injuries from knives and power equipment and danger of falling on wet, slippery floors. Subject to injury from lifting heavy objects. May occasionally work outdoors in receiving meat products. When performing driving duties, incumbent works in all types of weather conditions. When performing driving duties, incumbent works in all types of weather conditions.

Telework eligible

No

Remote work eligible

No