Wood Technologist jobs in Birmingham, AL

Wood Technologist gathers and analyzes data of wood properties to determine best use of wood. Requires a high school diploma with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Wood Technologist has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Additionally, Wood Technologist works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to forester. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Wood Worker
  • US Defense Logistics Agency
  • Anniston, AL FULL_TIME
  • Duties

    • Plans, constructs, and repairs a variety of supply, shipping, and storage containers and similar items.
    • Custom packs various items that cannot be made to fit into containers of standard size.
    • Operates a variety of power tools and material handling equipment.
    • Selects containers, protective devices, cushioning materials, methods, and techniques needed for packing a variety of tools, parts, equipment, and other items.
    • Reads blue prints, special packaging instructions, customer directed specifications during work preparation.

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • Must be a U.S. citizen
    • Tour of Duty: Multiple Shifts
    • Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive
    • Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
    • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
    • Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
    • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
    • Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
    • Pre-Employment Physical: Required
    • This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill various shifts located within DLA Distribution Anniston.

    Qualifications

    Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition.

    The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is:
    • Ability to do the work of a Wood Worker without more than normal supervision.
    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, religious, 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.

    Physical Effort
    Uses power and manual tools that require continuous physical effort and long periods of bending, standing, and stooping
    while performing daily tasks. Requires the lifting and carrying of items weighing a maximum of 45 pounds unassisted and
    frequent lifting of heavier items with co-workers' assistance or lifting devices.

    Working Conditions
    Work is carried out in a warehouse or other enclosed areas that may be drafty cold or overheated. Sometimes required to
    work outside in prevailing weather conditions for short periods of time. Subject to dust and noise from machines which may
    result in cuts, bruises, scrapes, splinters, muscle strains, and other hand and power tool related injuries.

    Additional information

    For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf

    Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

    Information for Veterans is available at: http://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/veterans.aspx. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.

    Drug-Free Workplace: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.


    • Benefits

      A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

    • Benefits

      A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

      Review our benefits

      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    • Required Documents

      As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

      To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package. Each Application Package MUST include:

      • Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Ensure that your resume does not contain any specialized characters, fonts, typefaces or formatting (e.g., tables, macros, etc.). It is also recommended that you convert/save your resume as a PDF prior to attaching to your application.
      • Applicable documents to support the eligibility(s) for which you are applying. Please review the following link for a listing of the additional documents you will need to provide: Supporting Documents.

      If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

      Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

      Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

    • How to Apply

      To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

      The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.

      • To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
      • You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
      • You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
      • To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
      To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12338551.

      Agency contact information

      Crystal Wilborn

      Phone

      717-770-2919

      Email

      Crystal.Gammon@dla.mil

      Address

      DLA Distribution Anniston
      7 Frankford Ave
      Building 362
      Anniston, AL 36201-4199
      US

      Next steps

      Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review may be completed of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. Applicants that are found among the most highly qualified may be referred to the hiring official for consideration, and you will receive a notification of referral. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and as part of the selection process, applicants may be required to complete additional supplemental documents. Once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. If interviews are conducted, DLA uses a technique called Behavior Based Interviewing (BBI). Be sure to check your USA Jobs account for your notification updates.

    • Fair and Transparent

      The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

      • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
      • Reasonable accommodation policy
      • Financial suitability
      • Selective Service
      • New employee probationary period
      • Signature and false statements
      • Privacy Act
      • Social security number request

    Required Documents

    To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package. Each Application Package MUST include:

    • Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Ensure that your resume does not contain any specialized characters, fonts, typefaces or formatting (e.g., tables, macros, etc.). It is also recommended that you convert/save your resume as a PDF prior to attaching to your application.
    • Applicable documents to support the eligibility(s) for which you are applying. Please review the following link for a listing of the additional documents you will need to provide: Supporting Documents.

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.


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    This job is open to

    • The public

      U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

    Clarification from the agency

    This is a Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement open to the Public.

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Wood Yard Manager
  • Kronospan
  • Anniston, AL FULL_TIME
  • General information Location Anniston Reference 2023-10952 Position description Job title Wood Yard Manager Contract type Full-time About us Kronospan is the world's leading manufacturer of wood-based...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Community Care Assistant Chemsley Wood
  • SCRUFF
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • Company Description Are you able to travel to visit clients in the own homes to carry out a variety of duties including personal care, administering medication and companionship? Home Instead is the w...
  • 20 Days Ago

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FedEx Delivery Driver
  • Hobbs Wood Logistics, Inc.
  • Talladega, AL FULL_TIME
  • Hobbs Wood Logistics, a FedEx contractor, is now hiring Full and some possible part time/weekend delivery drivers in the Eastaboga, Alabama Area. Drivers will be operating out of the Eastaboga FedEx t...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Production Supervisor
  • MJB Wood Group, LLC
  • Anniston, AL FULL_TIME
  • Job Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Supervisor to join our team. This individual will provide leadership in setting and achieving business objectives. Innovate and ...
  • 23 Days Ago

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FedEx Delivery Driver
  • Hobbs Wood Logistics, Inc.
  • Gadsden, AL FULL_TIME
  • Hobbs Wood Logistics, a FedEx contractor, is now hiring Full and some possible part time/weekend delivery drivers in the Eastaboga, Alabama Area.Drivers will be operating out of the Eastaboga FedEx te...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Truck Driver Class B Part Time Home Daily
  • Ryder System
  • BIRMINGHAM, AL
  • Position Description Immediate opening for a PART TIME Class B CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head Custodian Pool 2023-2024 SY - Central Office
  • Birmingham City Schools
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Classified - Position - Custodial - Head Custodian / Custodian Job Number 2300259697 Start Date Open Date 03/03/2023 Clo...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Dishwasher
  • Marriott International
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Organize cleaning chemicals and supplies. Organize supply rack, including pots, pans, s...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Project Manager (Data Center)
  • Gray Construction
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Overview: Gray Construction is seeking Data Center Assistant Project Manager to join their team. : Why Gray? Gray is a f...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Sales
  • SPECTRUM
  • Birmingham, AL
  • JOB SUMMARY Connect people and communities by offering best-in-class telecommunication services through door-to-door sol...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Oncology FT Nights
  • Princeton Medical Center
  • Birmingham, AL
  • **$20K Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates** Princeton Baptist Medical Center: Located in Birmingham, this hospital is...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Float Pool FT Nights
  • Princeton Medical Center
  • Birmingham, AL
  • **$20,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates** Princeton Baptist Medical Center: Located in Birmingham, this hospital...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN CICU FT Days
  • Princeton Medical Center
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Up to $10K Bonus Based on Eligibility Princeton Baptist Medical Center: Located in Birmingham, this hospital is equipped...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Birmingham (/ˈbɜːrmɪŋhæm/ BUR-ming-ham) is a city located in the north central region of the U.S. state of Alabama. With an estimated 2017 population of 210,710, it is the most populous city in Alabama. Birmingham is the seat of Jefferson County, Alabama's most populous and fifth largest county. As of 2017, the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area had a population of 1,149,807, making it the most populous in Alabama and 49th-most populous in the United States. Birmingham serves as an important regional hub and is associated with the Deep South, Piedmont, and Appalachian regions ...
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Income Estimation for Wood Technologist jobs
$41,361 to $49,337
Birmingham, Alabama area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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