Motor Vehicle Operator-Amended

**EXTENEDED CLOSING TO SEPTEMBER 17 2026**
The operator assists passengers with mobility limitations and completes all required transport documentation accurately while supporting multi-site operations.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Operates 30-passenger buses 11-passenger vans wheelchair-accessible vehicles sedans cargo vans and trucks up to 26500 pounds on predetermined and scheduled routes as well as special assignments.
• Receives trip assignments routing instructions and procedural guidance from the WS-7 Maintenance Supervisor or the GS-7 Transportation Assistant.
• Arrives and departs from pickup and discharge points according to schedule and adjusts routes based on road traffic and weather conditions to ensure safe and efficient travel.
• Reads installation maps evaluates road conditions and determines the safest and most efficient routes.
• Enforces passenger safety requirements including proper use of seatbelts and mobility-assistance equipment.
• Uses Mobile Data Computers (MDCs) trip management systems and related technology to complete assigned transportation duties.
• Loads and unloads patients medical equipment and supplies ensuring safe handling and proper use of accessibility and restraint equipment.
• Performs operator-level maintenance including checking fluid levels tire pressure and safety equipment; cleaning vehicles; and completing required inspection checklists.
• Maintains accurate records such as operator inspection forms trip documentation and accident/incident reports.
• Utilizes two-way radios or other communication devices to maintain continuous contact with dispatch or supervisory staff.
• Maintains a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with passenger endorsement as required for the position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 4:00 AM- 12:30PM 5:00 AM- 1:30PM 6:00 AM- 2:30PM 7:00 AM 3:30PM 7:30 AM- 4:00PM 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM 9:30 AM- 6:00PM 11:30AM-8:00PM
*Note-Exact TOD for this position will be discussed during the interview and may be adjusted to meet the facility/dept needs.
Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not authorized
Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator-Amended/PD07521A

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 09/17/2026.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:

Motor Vehicle Operator WG-5703-7
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. For this position the job element method is used to match what you the applicant can do against what the work calls for. Your knowledge skills and abilities will be compared to the knowledge skills and abilities (called job elements) needed for success. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out elements. Applicants who appear to meet the screen out elements are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated from consideration. The potential eligible are rated against the remainder of the job elements. While a specific length of training and experience is not required your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume.

Drivers License Requirement:
Must possess avalid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with passenger endorsement to operate a motor vehicle.(Please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. You will be required to show your valid commercial drivers license at the time of your interview.)

You will be rated on the following Job Elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:

• Drive Safely
• Interpret Instructions Specifications (mobile equipment operations)
• Motor Vehicles
• Reliability And Dependability
• Without more than normal supervision
• Work Practices

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements: Work requires reaching turning or moving hands arms feet and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Incumbent will be required to assist patients with a variety of medical conditions and/or disabilities. Associated duties require stooping bending lifting climbing and securing patients oxygen and wheelchairs with appropriate securing devices. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier. Must follow prescribed safety procedures using appropriate lifting methods and body mechanics for heavy lifting or moving of heavy objects. Must be able to drive for a minimum of a four-hour period and stay mentally alert. If driver realizes they are not mentally alert they must use good judgment in pulling over at the first safe area road- checking vehicle with walk-around inspection and continue driving as soon as possible. Incumbent must pass a VA Physical and adhere to all VA and DOT drug and alcohol testing and guidelines.

Working Conditions: Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather. Drivers are exposed to dirt fumes and to the possibility of cuts bruises and broken bones as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle. Must have ability to drive in rural areas very congested Metropolitan traffic and/or construction zones. Must safely handle patients both stretcher and wheelchair in loading and unloading from vans and buses. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours which may include evenings weekends and/or holidays. Shift work may be required. May be required to work overtime after normal working hours providing it is an emergency or their services are needed to transport patients.