MATERIALS HANDLER

📍 Fort Smith, Arkansas · 🏛 Air National Guard Units · 💰 $23–$26 per hour · 🎓 WG 6 · 🧭 Materials Handler (6907) · ⏳ Closes Nov 21, 2026 · 10 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 6, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencyAir National Guard Units
DepartmentDepartment of the Air Force
LocationFort Smith, Arkansas
Salary$23–$26 per hour
GradeWG 6
ScheduleShift work
Occupation seriesMaterials Handler (6907)
Openings1
Hiring pathsOpen to the public, Veterans
PostedNov 6, 2026
Application deadlineNov 21, 2026
Telework eligibleNo
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceNot Required
Relocation expenses reimbursedNo
Promotion potentialNone
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About this job

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This National Guard position is for a MATERIALS HANDLER, Position Description Number T5803700 and is part of the AR ANG 188 LGR SQ, National Guard.

Duties

1. Receives and processes notice to stock parts and equipment. Assures incoming materiel matches that of the accompanying documentation. Examines materiel for shortages, overages and obvious damage and coordinates any discrepancies with the Cargo Movement Element. 2. Stores all in-warehouse supply and equipment items. Provides secure storage and handling of classified and sensitive items. Provides proper storage and handling of Electrostatic Discharge Items (ESD) in accordance with applicable technical orders and publications. Determines within the general warehousing plan how to arrange stock within the storage area. Stores items for convenience of handling and ease of movement. Assures stored items are protected from damage, deterioration, and pilferage. Schedules and maintains an aggressive surveillance inspection program for items in central storage to assure that all assets are ready for issue. Takes necessary action to control deterioration and/or corrosion of items in storage. Assures required tags, labels, and markings are affixed to property to reflect identity, status, and condition. 3. Conducts periodic validation of warehouse locations. Responsible for the inventory and proper accounting of all in-warehouse assets. Performs special inventories as required. Selects items to be issued and/or shipped and transfers them to the Cargo Movement Element for subsequent delivery/shipment. Issues oldest items first when dated item control applies. Assures items requiring special handling (i.e., classified) are receipted for by authorized individuals. 4. Inspects all classes of property for which the USPFO Accountable Officer has responsibility and/or accountability, including small arms, aircraft parts and components; motor vehicle parts; building and construction materials; special equipment; gasses, chemical, and wood products; packaged petroleum products: machines and communication equipment. Determines that materials are properly identified as to condition, identity, security, classification. Uses a variety of measuring devices, conversion charts to determine moisture factors on lumber and classification factors/special markings on gasses, chemicals and metals. Refers to contract specifications, technical orders, manufacturers' catalogs, stock lists, FEDLOG, and other available guides in identifying material (inspects for deterioration and corrosion of all stocked items and initiates/recommends necessary action). Prepares reports for damaged or deficient condition. Prepares written replies for higher headquarters tasking. 5. Monitors material suspect program to eliminate possible hazards or substandard material. Monitors petroleum/chemical materiel by regularly checking and inspecting all petroleum and chemical products stored to ensure test dates are within prescribed time frames. Coordinates with responsible agency by telephone, message, or correspondence to determine the serviceability of assets. Ensures all shelf life items are inspected quarterly for serviceability. Coordinates with base Medical Group's Bioenvironmental Health Technician on all hazardous items to ensure all items are identified on the item record. Monitors functional check program by coordinating inputs and routing items to the maintenance/supply liaison to ensure all functional check assets are ready for issue. Identifies and controls required Technical Order Compliance (TCTO), inventory, code and tags material in accordance with TCTO furnished by Maintenance Quality Assurance (QA). Endorses letter back to QA upon completion. 6. Identifies incomplete items. Assigns applicable condition code, affixes tag, initiates requests for component items to restore to serviceable condition. Follows established guidelines in assignment of demilitarization codes for disposal items. Monitors demilitarization, required documentation, and transfer of items to disposal. Downgrades low dollar value property to scrap, prepares documentation and transfers to Cargo Movement Element for disposal for lot processing. Requests special inventory for items found on base. Manages the Precious Metals Recovery Program (PRMP). 7. Assists in formulating policies and procedures to ensure proper management, security, and control of all supplies and equipment in storage. Ensures procedures are written that direct a resource protection survey be accomplished on designated controlled areas within prescribed time frames. Manages unserviceable holding area. Ensures disposition is received in a timely manner. Monitors Material Deficiency Reports (MDR) and Quality Deficiency Reports (QDR) pending disposition. Process turn-ins and Coordinates with Quality Assurance for disposition instructions. Trains all supply personnel requiring an inspector's stamp or those performing inspector duties, by signature. Some training may be accomplished during drill status. Assists in providing bench stock support to customer organizations. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to compare item identification against receiving reports and issue request forms; skill in using hand trucks, dollies, and other equipment to move stock; ability to use hammers, pliers, and other hand tools; and to follow oral and written instructions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training in receiving, packaging, and preparation for shipment. Experience in compiling reports, overall warehouse planning, documentation requirements, and accepted warehousing methods, procedures, and techniques. Experience in setting up and rotating storage locations considering factors such as life expectancy, available space, product turnover, etc.

Education

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE: Operates Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to include gasoline, diesel or electric forklifts up to 15,000 pounds, small trucks, and two or four wheeled hand trucks. Knowledgeable of reading various meters such as leak detector for gasses, etc. Knowledgeable in research procedures. Knowledgeable of work center computer operation. Signs on and signs off computer terminal using assigned identification. RESPONSIBILITY: Works under the general supervision. Work is generally self generated and incumbent is expected to initiate and complete projects with help only in unusual or difficult situations. Uses higher headquarters publications and instructions and Air Force directives for guidance. Assigned work is normally carried out with little or no instruction. Overall work is reviewed on the basis of results achieved. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Performs work on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. May be required to work at a rapid pace for long periods at a time. Frequently lifts and carries tools, parts, supplies, and equipment that weigh up to 70 pounds. May handle items that weigh over 70 pounds. Hand trucks, dollies, and other workers are available for assistance with heavier items. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside and outside. May work in areas that are hot, cold, damp, drafty, or poorly lighted. May be required to work outside, subject to inclement weather. Work may be dirty, dusty, and greasy. May be exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, falls from ladders or other injury from mechanical conveyer systems or other material handling equipment. Will be required to wear personal protective items to ensure safety in accordance with AFOSH standards while working with hazardous materials.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed. For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret), the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the above general and specialized experience and the following competencies knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs):

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

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Required documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. 2. The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included other documents required for your application. a. A copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify) b. SF-50's (current/former Federal employees) c. DD-214 d. Other Veterans Document e. SF-15 (VA Disability Form) f. SF-50 (Mandatory for Internal Announcements) RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. DO NOT COPY THE GENERAL, SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS AND KSAs WORD FOR WORD AND PLACE INTO YOUR RESUME; YOU MUST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AS IT PERTAINS TO EACH STATEMENT.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position once the announcement closes. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Other information

Veteran Preference may apply if the first area of consideration are not met. Veterans Information: Veterans' information must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documents for eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be: 1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. 2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. 3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online. If claiming over 30% disability a SF-15 is required to be submitted with your letter.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this MATERIALS HANDLER job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $23–$26 per hour (WG 6).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 21, 2026 — 10 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas with the Air National Guard Units.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement AF-26-285-13107774 · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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