Materials Examiner and Identifier (Fork Lift Operator) at DLA Disposition Services — Applications Closed

Job Description

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is hiring a Materials Examiner and Identifier (Fork Lift Operator) at its Battle Creek, Michigan facility. In this WG-6 role, you will receive, examine, and determine the condition and disposition of a wide variety of materials.

You will review disposal turn-in documents, compare data against property, and ensure correct stock numbers, nomenclature, quantities, and disposal authority codes. You will visually inspect usable property, determine condition and reportability, and assign appropriate classification instructions for warehousing.

You will also verify demilitarization codes, maintain segregated storage, and perform special and periodic inventories. Operating forklifts and related materials handling equipment to move, load, unload, stack, or unstack palletized materials is a core duty.

This position is ideal for individuals with experience in materials handling and inspection who are looking for a stable federal career with complete benefits.

Salary & Compensation

Salary: $25.73 - $30.02 per hour.

Qualification

To qualify for this WG-6 Materials Examiner and Identifier (Fork Lift Operator) position, you must meet the screen-out element and demonstrate the ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision. Experience can be paid or unpaid, including volunteer work.

Emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily length of time.

• Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations.
• You must meet the screen-out element (SOE): Ability to do the work of a Materials Examiner and Identifier (FLO) without more than normal supervision.
• Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations.
• Volunteer work can build critical competencies and is credited equally to paid experience.
• No specific length of time is required; the quality of experience is emphasized.
• Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element will be eliminated from further competition.
• You must show through experience and training that you possess the required knowledge, skills, and ability.
• Physical effort: moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 lbs; work on hard surfaces, over rough terrain, and on forklifts.
• Working conditions: inside warehouses (hot, cold, damp, drafty) and outside areas (dock, scrap yards) exposed to weather.
• Must wear safety equipment and exercise precautions to avoid injury from forklifts and other equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive, examine, and determine the condition and disposition of a wide variety of materials.
• Review disposal turn-in documents accompanying material.
• Compare data against property to ensure correct stock number, nomenclature, quantity, unit of issue, disposal authority code, DEMIL, and condition code.
• Visually inspect usable property for obvious signs of condition and determine acceptability.
• Determine condition, reportability, and special handling requirements (e.g., hazardous material, precious metals, security, DEMIL, Special focus items).
• Assign appropriate classification instructions for warehousing.
• Verify accuracy of demilitarization codes and take action to challenge questionable items/codes.
• Maintain segregated storage of property requiring DEMIL.
• Ensure proper certification is attached to turn-in document when demilitarized by host or generating activity.
• Perform special and periodic inventory of property; re-palletize/re-locate property as necessary.

Conditions & Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule.
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive; appointment subject to favorable suitability/fitness determination.
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt.
• Pre-Employment Physical: Required.
• Must have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification to access federal facilities.
• Drug testing: Pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random; includes marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, PCP, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, MDMA, MDA, and opioids.
• Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana.
• Incumbent must adhere to all safety standards and use personal protective equipment as required.
• May be required to participate in a medical surveillance program.

How You Will Be Evaluated

1. Your application will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications.
2. The assessment will measure job elements/competencies: Ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (Screen Out), Technical Practices, Knowledge of Materials, Ability to Interpret Instructions, Skill in Dexterity and Safety.
3. A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
4. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire.
5. If your resume or documentation shows inflated qualifications, you may lose consideration.
6. Applicants found among the most highly qualified may be referred to the hiring official.
7. The selecting official may conduct interviews using Behavior Based Interviewing (BBI).
8. You will receive notifications via your the official application portal account.

Required Documents

• Resume: Must not exceed two (2) pages. Include work schedule, hours per week, dates of employment, and duties performed. Save as PDF to maintain formatting.
• Supporting documents for eligibility (e.g., Veterans' preference, Military Spouse Preference, Schedule A, etc.).
• For ICTAP: separation notice, SF-50 documenting separation, or agency certification.
• For Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Spouse's PCS orders, Marriage Certificate, PPP Self-Certification Checklist, Veterans' Preference documentation, transcripts (if applicable).
• For Retained Grade Preference (RGP): signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1), SF-50 effecting retained grade, or notification of RIF/classification downgrade.
• Previous federal employees: SF-50s (LWOP, highest grade held, overseas appointments, etc.), SF-75, and performance rating of record (within last 12 months).
• If relying on education: transcripts from accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Benefits

• Complete benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on position type (full-time, part-time, intermittent).
• Access to the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program.
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching.
• Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
• Life insurance options.
• Paid annual and sick leave.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.

How to Apply

1. To apply, complete the online application on the official application portal by 11:59 PM (EST) on August 2, 2026. to your the official application portal account (or create one) and select this announcement. Follow the prompts to attach your federal resume (max 2 pages) and required supporting documents. Complete the online assessment questionnaire, verify your documentation, and submit. You will receive an email co…

Additional Information

• This position is full-time, permanent, and not telework eligible.
• Recruitment incentives are not authorized.
• Bargaining Unit Status: No.
• Selectees must have a REAL ID or acceptable identification to access federal facilities.
• DLA conducts pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug testing.
• A negative drug test must be received within 30 calendar days after entry on duty.
• Use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana.
• Military retirees seeking federal service within 180 days of retirement require a waiver.
• Reemployed annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment.
• ICTAP eligibles must be rated at 85 or higher for special selection priority.

About Company

DLA Disposition Services is a field activity of the Defense Logistics Agency, the U.S. Department of Defense's combat logistics support agency. It manages the disposal of excess property, including reuse, transfer, donation, sale, and recycling, supporting military readiness and environmental stewardship.

DLA offers stable federal employment with structured pay scales and complete benefits. DLA Disposition Services is named as the hiring organisation for the Materials Examiner and Identifier (Fork Lift Operator) post.