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PARCEL POST DIST-MACHINE (P7-06)
OCCUPATION CODE: 2315-06XX
BARGAINING UNIT QUALIFICATION STANDARD
2310B
(2315-06XX)
 
PARCEL POST DISTRIBUTOR (MACHINE)
 
DOCUMENT DATE: MARCH 16, 2019
 
FUNCTION:
 
Makes incoming or outgoing parcel post or bundled mail separations on an electro-mechanical parcel post sorting machine or a bundle sorting machine by operation of a keyboard (1) applying machine codes to ZIP Code numbers covering delivery points such as stations and branches; or (2) outgoing distribution by applying machine codes to ZIP Code, directs, alphabetical or geographic groupings; or a combination of (1) and (2).
 
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
 
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
This section is composed of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) which are required to satisfactorily perform the tasks of the position. Applicants must demonstrate that they possess a sufficient level of each KSA, to include at least minimum competency for senior-qualified positions to enable them to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Applicants demonstrate these levels by describing examples of experience, education, or training, any of which may be non-postal. Ratings are based on the demonstration of the level of possession of each of the KSAs. Failure to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying.
 
1. Ability to work without immediate supervision.
 
2. Safety in performance of duties common to the position.
 
3. Ability to work with others.
 
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicants must successfully complete the Virtual Entry Assessment MH (475).
 
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to key with at least 95 percent accuracy on the type of machine, the method of distribution or separation, and at the minimum rate of distribution or separation appropriate to the position. Must be able to sort incoming or outgoing parcels by ZIP Code, directs, alphabetical, and/or geographical groupings at an average rate of at least 32 items per minute at 95 percent accuracy.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicant must be physically able to perform efficiently the duties of the position.
 
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:
 
Parcel Post Distributor (Machine) must work their assigned tour and days of work often within an industrial plant environment. Parcel Post Distributor (Machine) must follow Postal Service policies and procedures for personal conduct at work, including adhering to rules and regulations.

Doc Date: 03/16/2019   Occ Code: 2315-06XX