Motor Vehicle Operator
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Summary This position is located in the Maintenance and Operations Section: Engineering Service at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center. Candidate is primarily responsible for operating a valet shuttle, a gasoline or electric powered vehicle with a seating capacity of six to fourteen passengers. Candidate will transport patients, employees, and visitors to and from on-site and off-site parking areas to the main buildings located on the medical center grounds.. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to: Maintains a clean driving record, and follows all federal, state and local traffic laws. Operates the shuttle bus, vans and shuttle carts. continual care and attention are required to avoid accidents. Exercises caution for safe operation of motor vehicles and transportation of passengers. Experienced in driving on specific trip assignments or regularly established schedule over public roads (or equivalent) at highway speeds. Maneuvers vehicles through congested areas exercising caution when backing to load or unload at docks, ramps or similar locations. Aware of regulations, policies, procedures, programs, manuals and other established guidelines relating to the operation of motor vehicles. Maintains and organizes work areas in manner of cleanliness. Keeps shuttle buses, vans and carts fueled and ready for use at all times. Checks vehicles for water, oil, gas, air pressure in tires and ascertains that all assigned vehicles are in proper operating condition. Recognizes developing maintenance problems when conducting an inspection of their vehicle and report technical problems to their supervisor. Knowledge of operator's manual for assigned vehicle and the skill to apply such knowledge to particular situations. Understands verbal and written instructions and must have the ability to read, write and speak the English language to the extent of interpreting written and oral instructions and giving instructions to shuttle passengers. Adheres to the installation traffic rules and safe operating practices for moving vehicles. Report to work at the prescribed time and adhere to times allotted to lunch and break periods. Display cooperative attitude and will effectively work together to implement the organizations missions and goals. Carries valid credentials as required by state and local laws. Determines the manner and sequence of loading cargo to achieve load balance and adequate protection for fragile vehicles. Recognizes what requires special handling for safeguarding and safekeeping purposes. Performing various grounds maintenance activities such as mowing, edging, trimming hedges, watering, moving supplies and materials, picking up trash and debris. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm (subject to change, based on the needs of the facility) Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD07471A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for details. Must be able to independently operate Government Vehicle. Must provide clean driving record report from the DMV during the pre-employment process. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/18/2024. 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: Drive Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability And Dependability 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/Working Conditions: Must be in good physical condition and may exert moderate physical effort in performing tasks such as lifting and moving objects weighing over 50 pounds. Must be able to stoop, crouch, reach, and lift materials. Candidate may be required to assist patients or employees with limited mobility, on and off the shuffle bus, vans or carts. Work is primarily outside in all kinds of weather, but may be performed in all areas of the hospital environment, including working outside in hot and cold weather where it is often dusty and dirty and in the hospital in medical, surgical, and psychiatric wards and research areas. Driver's License: A current, valid state-issued Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please 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 Driver's License. A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties. Education Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.