Motor Vehicle Operator

Motor Vehicle OperatorMajor duties include but not limited to: Operates and performs operator preventive maintenance for a variety of patient transport vehicles which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight of 3,000 pounds and up to 26,000 pounds with occasional operation of vehicles exceeding 26,000 pounds. Drives vehicles on the basis of either specific trip assignments or regularly established schedule over public improved and unimproved roads at highway speeds under varying types of traffic, weather, and driving conditions. Operates vehicles on public roads at controlled speeds to ensure patient comfort and safety. Transports patients under non-emergency conditions. Assist patient and accompanying medical personnel in loading, unloading and securing wheelchair and litter patients. Makes positive first impressions on all Veterans. Interacts in a courteous and respectful manner with a wide variety of people daily. Operates passenger shuttle vans, panel vans, box trucks, or buses over a variety of routes and arrive and and depart from pick up and discharge points at scheduled times. Plans daily primary and alternate routes and knows applicable laws and restrictions pertaining to the route. Adheres to all State, local and installation traffic laws and ordinances. Other duties as assigned.