APS-03: Wood Worker - Logistics - Military veterans preferred

2023-06-04
KBR (www.kbrjobs.com)
Other

/yr

  full-time   employee


Charleston
South Carolina
29409
United States

Title:

APS-03: Wood Worker - Logistics

KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA, and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.

The Wood Worker - Logistics falls under the carpentry shop of Logistics. The section is led by a Supply Tech who manages a team of ten or more woodworkers within the shop. The primary objective is to support the APS-03 programs across the site and build necessary projects as demanded by the customer. The shop will be responsible to operate on short time frames to execute no notice missions that support the ship of materials.

The Wood Worker – Logistics will:

  • Test wood samples for moisture content and other physical properties to ensure that it is suitable for use in a product.
  • Operate machines such as saws, shapers, sanders, routers, planers, and joiners to cut wood materials into usable pieces.
  • Measure materials to determine where cuts should be made and use other tools to mark the placement of holes or other features on materials.
  • Prepare sketches of design ideas for customers or management to help them visualize their finished product before starting construction.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following safety regulations and wearing appropriate safety equipment such as helmets, gloves, glasses, and earplugs.
  • Cut boards, cabinets, doors, staircases, window frames, molding, and other wood products according to blueprints or verbal instructions from supervisors.
  • Repair damaged wood items by replacing broken pieces or sanding scratches off surfaces.
  • Sand and stain wood surfaces to prepare them for finishing or apply protective coatings such as varnish or lacquer.
  • Measure and cut wood to specified lengths using handsaws, power miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and other power tools.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Requires a High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain local base access.
  • Must possess a valid State Driver’s License.
  • Proven experience in wood working environment.
  • Requires working knowledge of power tools.
  • Must be able to read blueprints.
  • Requires at least 2 years of experience in wood working.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and ensure completion of all tasks involved.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of Army class of supply system and National Stock numbers (NSN/NIIN).
  • Experience in Material Management.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to stand - between 2 to 3 hours per day.
  • Must be able to walk - between 4 to 5 hours per day.
  • Must be able to Lift - up to 35 lbs. – 50 lbs. periodically.
  • Must be able to squat, knell, bend, reach and climb periodically.
  • Must be able to work outside and inside in non-climate-controlled environments.

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE ROLE. NO PER DIEM, NO UPLIFT, NO RELOCATION AVAILABLE.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government’s vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.