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Indian Health Service

Materials Handler

Department of Health and Human Services · Kayenta, Arizona

Salary
$24.98 - $29.13 per hour
Pay grade
WG-5
Schedule
Full-time
Appointment
Permanent
Opened
Nov 3, 2026
Closes
Nov 23, 2026
Remote
No
Telework eligible
No
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Promotion potential
None
Announcement
IHS-27-KA-13107853-ESEP/MP

Who may apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) · Competitive service · Excepted service · Individuals with disabilities · Land and base management · Military spouses · National Guard and reserves · Native Americans

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Summary

This position is located in the Administrative Branch, General Services Section, at the Kayenta Service Unit. The purpose of this position is to perform warehouse duties, including receiving, storing, issuing, and maintaining supplies, equipment, and materials to support the efficient operation of the Service Unit. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Duties

  • Receives, unloads, inspects, and distributes incoming shipments and supplies. Maintains property accountability by tagging, assembling, storing, and disposing of equipment. Processes and distributes incoming and outgoing official mail, maintaining required records. Operates government vehicles to safely transport equipment, supplies, and materials. Maintains accurate inventory records and ensures the secure handling of government property and mail.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System (FWS) Job Grading Standards. Applicants will be rated in the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Each of the job elements must be addressed on the on-line assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for the position. For WG-6907-05: 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. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Physical Effort: The majority of the work requires bending, lifting, carrying, walking, standing and frequent stretching, reaching and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Must be able to lift and carry supplies, materials and equipment that weight up to 70 pounds. Must be able to safely utilize all material handling equipment. Working Conditions: The majority of work is performed inside the warehouse, hospital, and clinic settings, in storage areas, receiving dn shipping dock. Occasionally some work maybe performed outside in good and inclement weather. The work environment involves norma risks and discomforts of office/warehouse operations where it could be hot, cold and dusty. Is frequently exposed to the possibilities of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, falls from ladders or other material handling equipment. The employee may be required to wear protective clothing, gowns or boots when visiting certain areas.

Education

There are no education requirements.

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