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Material Examiner and Identifier (Forklift Operator)

Defense Logistics Agency

Camp Pendleton, CA

$25 – $29 / hour

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role involves inspecting donated or surplus materials to assess their condition and determine proper disposal or reuse, while also operating forklifts and equipment to manage inventory in warehouse and scrap yard environments. It suits someone with hands-on warehouse experience who is comfortable with physical work, equipment operation, and detailed documentation of material properties and hazard classifications.

Our summary, not Defense Logistics Agency’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Ability to inspect and assess material condition
  • Knowledge of demilitarization codes and hazard classification
  • Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in standing/walking positions
  • Experience operating forklifts and materials handling equipment
  • Ability to verify documentation accuracy against physical inventory

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