Supply Technician

US-Defense-Logistics-Agenc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

US-Defense-Logistics-Agenc is seeking a Supply Technician to ensure accurate inventory management in office settings and warehouses. The role involves conducting physical inventories, investigating stock discrepancies, and preparing reports on investigations conducted.

Work is performed in office and warehouse environments with potential safety precautions. Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at GS-06 or equivalent and may require additional education credits for higher

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience that equips you with the competencies to perform the duties of the position.
• GS-07 level requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06 or equivalent.
• Specialized experience includes conducting physical inventories, investigating stock discrepancies, and preparing investigation reports.

Skills

Physical inventories

Location surveys

Investigating discrepancies

Preparing reports

Education

Graduate education creditable if related

Job description

To qualify for a Supply Technician, your resume and supporting documentation must support:

A. Specialized Experience

One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To qualify at the GS-07 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:

• Conducting physical inventories and location surveys.
• Investigating stock/record/material discrepancies impacting inventory balances or Supply Discrepancy Reports (SDRs).
• Preparing reports concerning results of investigations performed.

B. Education

As a general rule, education is not creditable above GS-05 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Physical Demands

Work is performed in office settings and warehouses. Work requires standing on hard surfaces maintaining balance for extended periods of time. Requires bending, stooping, reaching and twisting in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds. Heavier items may lift greater weights with assistance from others or using materials handling equipment. Must be capable of accomplishing emergency escape procedures from a captive aisle stock selector at heights of 40 feet.

Work Environment

The work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions such as working around moving parts, carts, or machines; exposure to adverse weather conditions; or exposure to irritant chemicals. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear, such as masks, coats, safety shoes, goggles, hearing protection and/ or gloves.