Motor Vehicle Operator

Major Duties:

• Operate vehicles such as shuttle carts/golf carts vans pickup trucks panel/box trucks flatbed trucks sedans crew cab pickup trucks and sports utility vehicles which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight of up to 4500 kilograms (10000 pounds).
• Loading and unloading from vehicles to provide timely delivery of linen supplies and equipment directly to users or to storage areas.
• Secure cargo to prevent damage to contents during transport and ensures that the vehicle is not loaded beyond the maximum capacity.
• Load and unload by hand but may use a handcart to transport items.
• Vehicle transport includes laundry linen and environmental management service supplies and equipment over Federal State and Country roads in all traffic conditions on specific trip assignments or regularly established schedules.
• Duties may also involve assisting in areas like the environmental management service supply room and linen and laundry room to receive store and move EMS materials and equipment.
• Position performs routine safety and maintenance checks on the vehicle to include but not limited to the addition of fuels or lubricants and the checking of tire pressure.
• Maintains cleanliness and professional appearance of both the in and outside of the vehicle. Completes all maintenance service records to document activities.
• Using two-way radios (or other device) to maintain communications with dispatcher/supervisor on assignments and locations.
• 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: Saturday - WednesdaySubject to change based upon needs of the service.
Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD012070
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

• 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.

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.

DRIVERS LICENSE: The WG-06 Motor Vehicle Operator position requires a valid valid class C license.

Note: We cannot accept photographs therefor; do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested you will be required to provide a copy of your current valid state issued drivers license.

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:

• Ability to do the work without more than normal supervision
• Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
• Ability to Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
• Operation of Motor Vehicles
• Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator (Patient Transport)
• Work Practices (includes keeping things neat clean and in order)

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.

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.

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