Materials Handler

Summary

This flexible Materials Handler position is located at the Top of the World Club in Pituffik Space Base. This crafts and trades role requires working irregular schedules, including weekends, holidays, and all shifts. Candidates must be physically able to frequently lift up to 40 pounds, and occasionally over 40 pounds. Continuous standing, walking, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending for long periods are also required.

This job is open to the public, including U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. For specific eligibility details, please refer to the "Who May Apply" section under Qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, count, weigh, and inspect items to ensure vendor delivery matches the type and quality of items purchased.
• Accept only items explicitly listed on the approved purchase order receiving copy.
• Record the quantity and condition of received items on the purchase order receiving copy and forward the completed document.
• Place items in designated stockroom locations, stacking them by commodity and size.
• Stock empty shelves and neatly arrange merchandise.
• Fulfill requisitions from various activities and retain a triplicate copy in the storeroom for accountability.
• Forward all signed storeroom requisitions to the supervisor at the end of each workday.
• Review stock levels with the supervisor for adequacy and recommend disposition for slow-moving or dead stock items.
• Assist in end-of-month stock inventories by counting items and providing figures to the supervisor.
• Ensure the safeguarding and security of all supplies and equipment; permit only authorized personnel in the storeroom; lock and secure all storerooms during periods of absence.
• Turn keys over to the supervisor according to prescribed procedures.
• Maintain high sanitation standards and regularly clean storerooms and stock.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Interested applicants can preview the online application here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12904278

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Active-Duty Military Members stationed overseas must upload a copy of their PCS Orders for consideration.
• This position has physical lifting requirements, necessitating a favorable pre-employment physical examination.
• Incumbent must obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations, including annual influenza vaccinations, and be free of all communicable diseases.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply

This position is open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire, and proof of eligibility MUST be provided by the closing date, 06/05/2026.

The area of consideration includes US Citizens and legal US residents residing within the commuting area of Pituffik SB, Greenland. Legal U.S. residents must possess a social security number and provide documentation proving overseas residence status.

Preference Categories

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

To qualify, candidates must meet the experience requirements detailed below. Experience includes paid and unpaid work, such as volunteer service through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations. All qualifying experience will be credited. Your resume must clearly describe relevant experience. If qualifying based on education, transcripts are required.

Qualifying Experience

• Must have experience and a thorough knowledge of food preparation and characteristics of foods.
• Experience and knowledge must have been gained in a restaurant, club, cafeteria, or similar establishment.

Education

This position does not allow for education substitution to meet experience requirements.

Foreign Education

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used if proof is provided that credentials are equivalent to those gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

Additional Information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• All Federal NAF employees are required to receive salary payments via electronic funds transfer/direct deposit (PL 104-134).
• A probationary period may be required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligibilities.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement for up to 60-90 days after the closing date; multiple positions may be filled.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized if a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
• Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) is not authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving Federal government efficiency, passionate about American republican ideals, and dedicated to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

Review our benefits information.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your evaluation will be based on how well you meet the stated qualifications. Your resume and supporting documents will be assessed against the position's qualifications. Applicants will be forwarded to hiring officials bi-weekly until the position is filled.

After the announcement closes, your application package (resume, supporting documents, and questionnaire responses) will be reviewed to determine if you meet the qualification requirements. If minimally qualified, your resume and documentation will be compared against your assessment questionnaire responses to gauge your experience level. Inflating qualifications or experience may lead to disqualification. Please follow all instructions carefully, as errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Include any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume, as this information may be considered during selection. Supporting documentation may be required if selected.

To expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

The necessary documents vary based on the eligibility you claim (e.g., Military Spouse Preference, veteran, current federal employee). The following documents are required with your application:

• Resume: May be submitted in any format but must support the general or specialized experience described. Resumes with photographs or inappropriate content will not be used for eligibility/qualification determinations.

Other accepted documents to support qualifications and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Diploma/ GED
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• AF 2545 Notification of Personnel Action
• Reasonable Accommodation Documentation
• PCS Orders
• Professional Certification
• Proof of Marriage Status
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

Your complete application includes your resume, online questionnaire responses, and supporting eligibility documents. Failure to provide these will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.

NOTE: Documents submitted may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Personal information of others (e.g., on military orders, marriage certificates) may be sanitized before submission. An unsanitized version may be requested if you are selected to confirm eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply, complete the online questionnaire and submit the documents specified in the Required Documents section.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/05/2026 for consideration.

Click "Apply" to access the online application. You must be logged into your USAJobs account or create one to begin. Follow prompts to select your resume and supporting documents. You can upload additional documents before submission. Uploaded documents may take several hours for virus scanning.

After reviewing your application, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as appropriate and continue. You will complete the online application, verify required documentation, and submit. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account, or your application will be incomplete.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, questionnaire responses) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

Additional information on the online application process: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To check application status, log into your USAJobs account: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. Application status meanings: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/

Agency Contact Information

Peterson NAF HR Office
Email: [email protected]
Address: Pituffik Community Services Flight, 21 FSS/FSCN, 135 Dover St., Bldg 350, Suite 1110, Peterson SFB, CO 80914-5000, US

Next Steps

If an email address is provided, you will receive an acknowledgment of your application. Your package will determine eligibility, qualifications, and ranking. Ineligible or unqualified applications will receive no further consideration.

Overview

• Accepting Applications: 03/05/2026 to 06/05/2026
• Salary: $19.28 per hour
• Pay Scale & Grade: NA 4
• Location: Thule, Greenland (Few vacancies)
• Remote Job: No
• Telework Eligible: No
• Travel Required: Not required
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Work Schedule: Intermittent (Guaranteed 0 hours, up to 40 hours per week)
• Service: Competitive
• Promotion Potential: None
• Job Family (Series): 6907 Materials Handler
• Supervisory Status: No
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Drug Test: No
• Position Sensitivity and Risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
• Trust Determination Process: Suitability/Fitness
• Financial Disclosure: No
• Bargaining Unit Status: No
• Announcement Number: 26-6XSVBC1225201
• Control Number: 860097500