VIB Receiver|Driver - Ft. Gregg-Adams BSC - #BVIIS144 Apply
Title: VIB Receiver/Driver - Ft. Gregg-Adams BSC - #BVIIS144
State Role Title: VIB Associate
Hiring Range: Salary High $30,000s - High $40,000s
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired
Location: Blind & Vision Impaired
Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Would you like to work in one of the best retail jobs in the country? A typical schedule is Monday Friday 7:30 4:30, no nights, no weekends, and no federal holidays! You never have to handle cash in our stores.
Job Duties:
We operate stores in federal or military environments with a controlled customer base. Our stores sell office supplies, janitorial and cleaning supplies, and other commercial items to our customers. If you excel in a retail environment and meet the requirements below, apply for this job today. VIB provides quality jobs for qualified Virginians, especially for those who are blind. Grow opportunities for employment and advancement.
Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is a dynamic, ever-evolving $50+ million social enterprise that offers challenging careers including production, services, retail, sales, customer service, fiscal, procurement, technology, and quality control. VIB is ISO-certified and prides itself on satisfying its customers while saving them money and advancing its mission to create great jobs for Virginians who are blind (or sighted). The Virginia Industries for the Blind is an enterprise division within DBVI. VIB is an accredited affiliate of the National Industries for the Blind and a manufacturer and distributor of products and services provided under the provisions of the Javits-Wagner-ODay Act and the AbilityOne Program.
We are seeking a VIB Receiver/Driver - Ft. Gregg-Adams BSC. Perform clerical and physical tasks in connection with receiving incoming shipments of merchandise. Driving a box truck to provide timely, courteous delivery of goods as needed to customers. Responsibilities may also include forklift operation and material movement, cash register operation, providing customer service, stocking shelves, and other duties in support of the operation of the Base Supply Center.
Minimum Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
Knowledge/Experience:
Must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record.
Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated problem-solving and excellent customer service skills. Proficient computer skills, familiarity with internet, Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office software.
Ability to operate up to a 25ft Box Truck and to operate a pallet jack/forklift. Ability to perform duties independently without direct supervision; and to repeatedly and frequently lift up to 50 pounds and stand up to 8 hours.
Additional Considerations:
Experience working in a military environment and / or federal government environment with military and civilian personnel. General warehousing, delivery service and/or retail experience.
Special Instructions
Must be able to pass a criminal background check for access to the military base.
Employees in non-classified positions within the Virginia Industries for the Blind are offered a competitive benefits package that includes an annuity-based retirement plan, leave, and holiday pay that is paid by VIB, as well as jointly paid benefits such as health and life insurance. Employees additionally may enroll in other employee paid supplemental plans.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginias New Recruitment Management System. PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
