What are the responsibilities and job description for the R-0252 Temporary Production Worker (Estimation of Schedule; not to exceed 4 months)Maxwell Air Force position at Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind?
R- 0252 Reference#219m750545020
Posting Date: August 4, 2025
Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.
Position: Temporary Production Worker (Estimation of Schedule; not to exceed 4 months)
Base Supply Center, Maxwell Air Force Base
Montgomery, Alabama
ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.
Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama, with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.
The Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) is one component of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB). AIB includes the manufacturing facility in Talladega, Alabama and Birmingham, Alabama along with the operations of five Base Supply Centers in two states, which are located on Anniston Army Depot, Fort Rucker, Maxwell Air Force Base, Moody Air Force Base, Redstone Arsenal, Robins Air Force Base.
Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) partners with the National Industries for the Blind and The AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program exists to create and enhance employment opportunities for individuals that are blind and/or have significant disabilities as it promotes a workplace that provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job equal to those employees without disabilities. A reasonable accommodation will be provided to employees with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Temporary Production Worker available to work on various production responsibilities related to the operations at Maxwell Air Force Base in compliance with Javit’s Wagner O’Day Act, federal and military guidelines and Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB).
ABOUT YOU
You will play a vital role in duties of cashier with all aspects of customer service of the Base Supply Center as you will be a part of the AIB team in producing high quality work. This position reports to the Store Manager – Base Supply Center, Moody Air Force Base.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
· Ability to perform production assignments to meet customer expectations and on time delivery schedules.
- Must meet the federal definition of legal blindness.
- Possess a REAL ID compliant, STAR ID or valid U.S. Passport to gain access to the military base.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Minimum one (1) year of experience working with individuals that are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled or has another significant disability.
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate.
- Enrollment in AIDB Educational and/or Rehabilitation Program to allow for work experience.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Must follow AIDB policies and procedures.
- Must follow Maxwell Air Force Base guidance and regulations to maintain access to the base.
- Must understand, support, and follow the mission of the AbilityOne Program by remaining in compliance of statutory and regulatory requirements set forth in the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act. You are expected to conduct all business ethically and lawfully.
- Demonstrate a good attendance record. May be required to work overtime to meet on-time delivery schedules.
- Perform your job responsibilities that sets a good example for others to follow.
- Deal pleasantly and courteously with all of the AIDB Team.
- Attend conferences, in-service training, and other functions as directed by supervisor.
- Possess general knowledge of office equipment and machines.
- Maintain high organizational and time management skills and have the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information in a timely professional manner.
- Must comply with all safety requirements
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Keep workstation clean and neat at all times.
- Must be able to follow instructions and deal with changes in the work assignments.
- Demonstrate good communication skills.
- Develop and establish good customer service skills as related to the Base Supply Center items.
- Upon offer of employment, the applicant must complete a criminal history background check and be able to gain access to the military base.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must learn basic knowledge of production operations that will include various job assignments.
- Operate and maintain industrial shredding equipment after attending proper training.
- Prepare documents for shredding, which may involve removing materials like paper clips, binders, rubber bands, staples, or any items that may be harmful to the shredding equipment.
· Oversee and perform the destruction of confidential materials.
· Ensure shredded material is properly disposed of.
· Maintain confidentiality of the sensitive information that is being shredded.
· Janitorial duties with general knowledge of janitorial equipment and basic housekeeping techniques.
- May be required to perform sedentary work and be able to sit for long periods of time.
- May be required to be physically capable of standing and walking for extended lengths of time.
- May be required to lift up to 60 pounds on a regular basis.
- Work independently with minimum direct supervision.
- Must meet Safety and Quality Standards.
- Must possess or develop an understanding of cultures and needs of persons who are deaf, blind or deaf/blind, ensuring all actions and decisions demonstrate a respect for and value of persons with sensory loss.
- Must attend Disability Sensitivity Training within the first six (6) months of employment.
SALARY: $11.08 - $13.12 Scale IB Rank 00
Direct deposit is required.
The work schedule is based on 8 hours each day with a total of 40 hours each work week. This is not an exempt position, and is subject to overtime of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: August 18, 2025
Click Below to Apply:
https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application
Job Type: Temp-to-hire
Pay: $11.08 - $13.12 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $13
