Job Title: Woodworker Container Repair
Location: Fort Riley KS
Type position: Full Time
Pay Type: Hourly
Clearance Required: NA
Military Veterans and Spouses are encouraged to apply.
Position Overview:
Reports directly to the Installation Allied Trades Supervisor. The Woodworker The Woodworker constructs and repairs items such as boxes, crates, pallets, and storage bins from wood and wood substitutes, studies specifications; and measures, marks, and cuts boards, using patterns, templates, ruler, pencil, hand and power saws. This worker fastens or installs parts, using hammer, nailing machine, or power staple, repairs defective containers by replacing damaged parts, inserts wood bracings, cardboard files, and felt pads in containers. This incumbent may build crates around objects, using ruler, hand tools, and pneumatic Nailer, may fabricate, repair, modify, and replace woodwork on vehicle sides and beds, apply preservatives to prolong wood life, and may pack, seal, band, and apply markings to crates and containers constructs and repairs items such as boxes, crates, pallets, and storage bins from wood and wood substitutes, studies specifications; and measures, marks, and cuts boards, using patterns, templates, ruler, pencil, and hand and power saws. This worker fastens or installs parts, using hammer, nailing machine, or power staple, repairs defective containers by replacing damaged parts, inserts wood bracings, cardboard files, and felt pads in containers. This incumbent may build crate around object, using ruler, hand tools, and pneumatic nailer, may fabricate, repair, modify, and replace woodwork on vehicle sides and beds, apply preservative to prolong wood life, and may pack, seal, band, and apply markings to crates and containers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Knowledge of U.S. Army procedures and logistics information systems
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Strong customer service skills
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Ability to perform various production control activities including gathering and filing records, reporting on use of materials, monitoring customer requests
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Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
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Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day
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Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
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Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications
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Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 30 pounds
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Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty
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May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment
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Must be able to pass random drug testing
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Skills and Experience:
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Must be a high school graduate or possess an equivalent diploma.
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Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
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Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
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Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
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Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
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Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
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Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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Will be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
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Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds.
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May work in a warehouse or outside.
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Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
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May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
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May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicle.
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Must be at least 18 years of age.
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Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
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Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident for more than 3 years to obtain NACI and CAC Card eligibility.
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Must attend a mandatory two-week course, Pack-1B, located in Fort McCallister, Oklahoma.
FITT Scientific is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
FITT Scientific is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Employment decisions at FITT Scientific are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
