Motor Vehicle Operator
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Summary This is a position for a Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO), in the Transportation Section of the Veterans Transportation Services (VTS) at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center (WPB VAMC). Responsibilities Duties Include: Work off station for long period of time, occasionally at great distances from the Facility. Evaluate unusual situations as they arise and make appropriate decisions to ensure the safety of patients. Work with minimal supervision and consults with the Supervisor when situations warrant. Serves as a patient transportation driver. Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of the transportation service. Complete all required training. Drives the following: Shuttle buses Vehicle type: 16 to 32 passenger buses (GVW-14,050 lbs.), 32 passenger bus (GVW-36,350 lbs.), 44 passenger bus (GVW-36,200 lbs.). All other vehicle driven; patient transport Handy-Capped high-top vans (6,900 lbs.), Compact sedans, (GVW-3,936 lbs.) Mini Vans, (GVW-5,400 lbs.), Large passenger vans, (GVW-9, 100lbs.). Abide by all City, State, and Federal regulations governing the operation of motor vehicles. Incumbent must be able to maneuver vehicles over improved and unimproved roads at up to and including highway speeds. Work as a team member and assists others as necessary to carry the mission to completion. Receives patient transport schedules from the scheduler for the daily patient transportation runs. Each trip is planned for vehicle type, route and equipment needed. Familiarity with medical equipment located in patient transport vehicles and be certified in Cardio-Pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and recertified in CPR every 2 years and provide documentation to the supervisor. Transports patients under non-emergency situations to and from various locations throughout the state. Incumbent must be knowledgeable in the proper techniques of loading, unloading and securing patients. Enter all required motor vehicle reports and records documentation as directed by the Supervisor. When not operating motor vehicles, report to the Supervisor to assist in the daily operation of the Transportation Section. Transport vehicles for repair, maintenance, driver back fill support. Complete daily trip report annotating data such as mileage, driving times, any problems encountered with the vehicle and any issues arising with patient transport. Drivers will perform pre-trip inspections on all vehicles before departure. Correct minor vehicle problems such as lamps, flat tires, tire pressure and fluid levels, communicating the need for scheduling completion of repairs when outside service is necessary. Possess a valid state of Florida driver's license with class B (CDL) with passenger endorsement. Provide the Mobility Manager with proof of license and motor vehicle driving record annually. Pass a physical examination annually and random drug testing as required for all Government Motor Vehicle Operators. Assume responsibility for a cell phone with earpiece, pager, two-way radio or any combination of these. Work Schedule: Various Tours Position Description/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD02579A 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 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. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/09/2024. 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: Analysis and Problem Solving Drive Safely Veteran and Customer Focus 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: Incumbent must be able to handle wight of up to 50 pounds. Incumbent must endure prolonged periods of driving and exert greater physical effort in maneuvering larger vehicles such as buses, trucks and cargo vans. Working Conditions: Incumbent operates vehicles in all types of weather and traffic conditions and is exposed to the danger of personal and vehicle accidents. Incumbent drives in heavily congested traffic conditions at up to and including highway speeds on interstate highways and over complicated read and interchange systems. Incumbent interacts and maintains composure when dealing with patients with a variety of physical and mental disabilities. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, strains, etc. when loading and unloading patients. Incumbent may be required to use isolation precautions when transporting patients for extended periods of time. Incumbent may be assigned irregular tour of duty shift hours and weekends to support patient transport. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. 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.