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Blocker & Bracer at Amentum in Fort Polk, LA
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Job Description
The Blocker and Bracer secures cargo in or aboard cargo carriers such as trucks, vans, trailers, railroad cars, sea vans, barges and ships to prevent damage during its transportation, determines appropriate lumber size and kind and prepares the lumber required for braces, chocks, blocks, beams, planking, cribbing, skids, cradles, saddles, etc., using hand and power tools. This position nails, spikes, bolts, or fastens with wood screws or lag screws supporting and bracing fixtures to secure cargo items, constructs weatherproof shelters over some types of deck loads, guys, lashes and binds heavy equipment to pad eyes, rings, eyelets, hooks, stanchions, cleats, or other supporting fixtures using chains, ropes, cable, wires or metal straps. This position constructs temporary trestles, decking, bulkheads, cribbing and sheathing, and cuts dunnage to support, stiffen, or separate bulky or heavy cargo.
Essential Responsibilities:
Block and brace vehicles IAW AMC Drawings.
Issues, stores, inventories and perform location maintenance on all storage locations of ammunition and residue.
Inspect vehicles.
Conducts 100% location surveys and 100% inventories.
Complies with published policy, procedures and regulatory guidance for the receipt, storage, issue, and disposition of ammunition.
Complies with customer identification procedures.
Performs accurate document editing procedures.
Maintains and updates magazine data cards, ammunition store slips, storage plan-o-graphs and other related documents.
Performs general housekeeping duties and maintenance of outside/inside the ASP.
Loads / off loads vehicles and operates MHE up to 10K and other warehouse equipment.
Participates in the Company Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) and QA Programs.
Mentors and assists with on-the-job training and cross-training.
Trains, cross trains and attends training sessions as required.
Complies with all Company rules, policies and procedures.
Complies with all safety, environmental & quality standards & applicable COPs & DOPs.
Provides for the accountability and proper care of all GFE / CFE.
Favorably interacts with internal / external customers.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years’ experience in Ammunition handling experience military or civilian equivalent
One or more years’ supply and warehouse functions.
Have or must pass the DOD Introduction to Ammunition (Ammo-45)
Have or must pass the DOD Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials (Ammo-62)
Have or must pass the DOD Hazmat General Awareness and Familiarization Training (Ammo-67)
Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
Must possess a valid Louisiana class D driver’s license.
Must be able to obtain a military operator’s permit for each type of vehicle or equipment required to perform all FDP Activity functions including MHE (forklifts up to 15K).
Must be authorized to work in the US.
Must have a Secret clearance or ability to obtain maintain applicable security clearance.
Knowledgeable in ammunition handling, storage, procedures and regulations.
Must have specific knowledge in storage and warehouse functions.
Must understand and be able to use Technical Manuals.
Must be able to comply with AMC Drawings and build according
Must be able to use hammer, nails, wedges, power tools.
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more with or without accommodation.
Must utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices.
Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Must be able to work at heights.
Must be able to work under pressure and strenuous conditions.
Must be able to meet short suspense dates.
Must be able to conduct work in the out-of-doors area with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions i.e. extreme temperatures, low humidity, rain and blowing sand and dust.
Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of stooping; climbing; standing; and sitting for long periods of uninterrupted time.
May require shift work.
May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays.
During the usual work period, the worker may be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.
Other Responsibilities:
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.
Compensation Details:
US: $27.09
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/11/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.