Motor Vehicle Operator (Courier)

Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below.

The primary duty is that of a courier to receive pick up and deliver official mail parcel packages register reading tapes Daily Activity Reports (DARs) and other business related items for distribution to and from the Service Support Center military/governmental facilities throughout the installations post office and other designated locations. Receive pick up and deliver official mail parcel packages register reading tapes Daily Activity Reports (DARs) and other business related items for distribution to and from the Service Support Center military/governmental facilities throughout the installations post office and other designated locations. Responsible for safeguarding transported items at all times. Operates various types of motor vehicles such as vans sedans station wagons and trucks weighing up to 10000 pounds on local government roads public roads and city streets in all types of traffic conditions on a regularly established schedule to safely transport items and/or passengers as required. Observes and ensures compliance with all traffic and safety regulations. Enforces use of seat belts when vehicle is in operation. Notifies supervisor of any and all traffic violations or damage to vehicle. Complete required trip records preventive maintenance records and accident reports. Performs preventive maintenance on vehicle such as checking gas oil tires battery lights and brakes. Submits requests for tune-ups and/or needed repairs. Reports any problems with vehicle to supervisor and/or the Regional Vehicle Control Officers (RCVO). Maintains cleanliness of assigned vehicle. May be required to collect deposit bags from Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) facilities and Child and Development Centers (CDs). Ensures accurate log of all deposit bags collected. Delivers change funds to facilities as required. When transporting deposit bags and/or change funds required to ensure additional staff and/or assistant present. May be required to make special trips outside of regular established schedule. Provides administrative support to the Service Support Center such as but not limited to filing administration of copy and fax machines etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

• Must have and maintain a valid state drivers license.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of required background checks.

In order to qualify for this position resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge skills and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education ( Applicants qualifying based on education time in grade credentials certification training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma) personnel action or SFS0 credentials statement of service certification training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Skill in handling the controls for starting stopping backing and driving a motor vehicle in all types of traffic and road conditions. Knowledge of height width length and weight of the vehicle(s) in order to judge overhead and side clearances turning radius braking distance and the safest distance to be maintained from a preceding vehicle. Ability to adjust driving methods and/or routes to determine the shortest and safest route. Ability to recognize hazardous conditions and change routes to avoid them. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques. Knowledge of safety and traffic rules and regulations. Skill to conduct preventive maintenance of vehicles. Ability to maintain reports and records. Ability to protect property monies and equipment. Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to perform basic administrative tasks such as but not limited to filing copying faxing etc.

Light physical effort is required in reaching bending turning or moving hands arms feet and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Moderate physical effort is required in operating the controls of the vehicle. May be required to lift objects up to 40 pounds unassisted and heavier objects with the assistance of others or weight handling equipment. Considerable effort may be required to change tires and make limited emergency repairs.