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POSITION SUMMARY: The Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment such as RT 240 Kalmar or RTCHs, forklifts, tractor/trailers and various types of military equipment/vehicles. Equipment is used to load/unload, transport or relocate military equipment/vehicles/cargo for/from multiple forms of transport (i.e. rail, truck/trailer, etc.). Heavy Equipment Operator may read and interpret grade and slope signs, may grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.

MAJOR JOB ACTIVITIES: 1.Keeps the Heavy Equipment operator lead and/or Transportation Manager updated on missions and equipment status, etc.

2.Unloads vehicles and equipment from commercial carriers in a timely manner so as to avoid detention charges. Loads and unloads conveyances with or without helpers, and moves freight by forklift, handcart, or other manual equipment.

3.Receives turn-in vehicles from customer units in accordance with wheeled and tracked vehicle turn-in instructions IAW External SOP

4.May perform a variety of warehousing duties which require an understanding of the establishment's storage plan. Work involves most of the following: Verifying materials (or merchandise) against receiving documents, noting and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages; routing materials to prescribed storage locations; storing, stacking, or palletizing materials in accordance with prescribed storage methods; rearranging and taking inventory of stored materials; examining stored materials and reporting deterioration and damage; removing material from storage and preparin

5.Unloads and stores vehicles, containers and equipment marked for units when the unit is not available to receive the equipment due to training, deployment, or other operational reasons. (Unloading at the railhead may include removing chains and dunnage before vehicle/equipment can be moved.)

6.Prepares vehicles for operation by performing pre-trip inspections that include, but are not limited to, battery hookup, fueling, unmasking exhausts, air intakes and glass areas, checking for proper fluid and fluid levels and tire pressure.

7.May operate Non-tactical and Tactical military equipment: Commercial vehicles less than 2 Ton; Tactical vehicle 5 Ton and larger or transport of hazardous material Tracked vehicles; Forklifts, Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), or other Material Handling Equipment (MHE). May grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.

8.Operates vehicles for the purpose of transporting Government property to storage locations, maintenance facilities, DLA-DS, reclamation, and disposal areas.

9.Conforms to all installation and State rules and regulations and ensures that seatbelts are worn in vehicles so equipped and use PPE as required.

10.Maintains mileage, tonnage, and movement records as input to weekly and monthly activity reports.

11.Performs warehouse worker duties as directed by the supervisor.

12.Performs preventive maintenance in accordance with vehicle requirements and established procedures.

13.Performs all other duties as assigned.

MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED: Non-tactical and Tactical military equipment: commercial vehicle less than 2 Ton; Tactical vehicle 5 Ton and larger for transport of hazardous material Tracked vehicles; Forklifts, Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) and other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Work is generally conducted in an outdoor or warehouse environment. Duties may involve the conduct of work in outside areas with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions ( Hot, Cold, Wind, Rain) etc: Work may require lifting up to 50 lbs; stooping; climbing; prolonged standing; prolonged sitting. Employee's use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas. Such PPE includes but is not limited to cold weather gear, head, foot, hand, torso, respiratory, vision and hear ng protective devices. May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends and/or holidays. Must comply with published Company work rules and regulations as well as Ft. Carson regulations. Must possess and continuously maintain a current State of Colorado Commercial Driver's License Class A (CDL) with a current Medical Certification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: No specific educational requirements. Must be knowledgeable of local and Fort Carson driving laws and safety rules.

Experience: Must have one-year experience in operating commercial vehicles is required to drive a 5-Ton or larger equipment /vehicles with hazardous material. Experience operating the RT 240 Kalmar/ RTCH's and 36K forklift. Knowledge in warehouse storage operations a plus.

Preferred: Class A CDL and a current Medical Certification but not mandatory.

Must possess and continuously maintain a current State of Colorado Driver's License prior to start date or by 30 days after employment.