**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The team will augment services provided by Air Force military personnel to modify, maintain, inspect, control corrosion, overhaul, repair, regenerate and store various weapon systems, related components, missiles, engines, ground support equipment and vehicles.

DUTIES:

• Receive, store, select, move and ship general or specialized bulk and bin materials and equipment. Create, construct, and repair containers from wood or wood substitute materials; pack, preserve, and crate items for shipment and/or storage; and brace and block items for shipment. Plan and lay-out construction details and material requirements based on similar previously manufactured containers. In-process, store, and issue a variety of aircraft components and DoD special tooling equipment.
• Operate Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) which includes forklifts and warehouse tugs. The forklifts will be both diesel and electric powered with lift capacities up to and including 15,000 pounds for loading, unloading, and moving various types of cargo, aircraft engines, aircraft parts, pallet boxes etc. The warehouse tug will be diesel powered with a towing capacity of 40,000 pounds. The Contractor shall operate both forklifts and warehouse tugs over improved/unimproved surfaces as well as desert terrain.
• Construct or repair containers with weather tight corners and seals as required.
• Construct wooden parts or sections used to secure or encase items in containers such as gates, bins, bracing, and install cushioning for fragile
• Properly install blocking/bracing points to account for irregular or odd shaped walls, floors, sides, and overhead area.
• Perform, and document vehicle operator checks and ensure vehicles are maintained in a ready state of use or turn in for repairs when required.
• Prepare paint surfaces by removing scale, rust, dirt, and old paint to ensure coating materials will adhere properly.
• Perform all necessary preparatory work including covering gaps and filling surfaces/seams using spackle and other filling materials.
• Coat and treat surfaces using standard application techniques (spray, roller or brush) to protect boxes and tooling from extreme environmental conditions.
• Apply thin coatings when required to account for environmental changes while maintaining the integrity of the coatings.
• May be required to transport classified items.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be qualified to operate Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) which includes forklifts and warehouse tugs.
• Must have at least 4 years of applicable experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be capable of working in a potentially hostile environment for an extended period. May be required to travel to and between remote location(s) in austere environments. May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure. May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.

Physical Requirements:

A. Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.

B. Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.

C. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.

D. May be required to lift up to 60 pounds.

E. May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.

F. Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.

G. Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.

H. Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.

I. May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, APU, etc.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / VEVRAA / ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.