Job Summary

This position is located within the VA Portland Health Care System. Incumbent will have supervisory oversight of material handlers and contracted services. They are responsible for oversight of daily Health Care System waste and recycling collection.

Job Description

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/15/2026. EXPERIENCE: 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. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, the ability to lead or supervisor. Examples include: Supervising a group to accomplish assigned projects and daily operational functions; planning the workload, equipment, facilities, materials and tools to use; answers questions on overall work operations and issues; handles and prepares hazardous and solid waste for storage and disposal following safety and regulatory rules; independently carry out assignments and plan daily workflow of a warehouse. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Materials Technical Practices Work Practices 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Incumbent shall be physically fit and mentally alert at all times. Mental abilities are needed, such as memory, judgment, and ingenuity. Mental application is required (e.g., in planning and laying out work, in maintaining alertness and concentrated attention, or because of the nature of muscular and visual coordination needed). The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion such as prolonged walking, climbing, lifting, kneeling, bending, squatting, carrying, reaching over/under; and pulling, pushing, and steadying objects of varying weights, sizes, and shapes. Strain related to lack of movement such as standing in place, crouching, or stooping for extended periods of time. Works around industrial/commercial waste removal equipment. Must be able to carry items that weight up to 50 pounds. The incumbent is frequently exposed to a variety of hazards, ranging from noxious gasses or fumes to biological hazards. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or gear may be required and must be worn when conducting inspections of maintenance or repairs. Frequently works inside areas that are usually at cold or elevated temperatures, dirty, or greasy and soiling of clothing and skin surfaces. Is exposed to noise, vibration, infectious hazards, chemicals, hazardous materials, gases/fumes, and the possibility of burns, infection, and scrapes. Hazards in working above ground level, on slippery surfaces such as washing machine area, or in crowded areas near moving vehicles or cutting tools. Work is performed mainly in a hospital environment and subject to 24-hour call as work may demand.