Motor Vehicle Operator

Job Title

Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Operate agency owned and leased vehicles up to and those with an approximate gross vehicle weight of up to 32,000 pounds and may require air brakes
• Operate both passenger buses and non-passenger vehicles up to 50,000 pounds
• Operate passenger buses that are equipped with medical support equipment to transport patients
• Assist warehouse to transport supplies as well as federal mail
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on all assigned vehicles including the cleanliness of the vehicle's interior and exterior, ensure engine fluids are at sufficient operating levels, visually inspect lights and turn signals, and ensure tire pressures are satisfactory
• Operate special mechanical equipment such as wheelchair lifts, fold-up tailgate and wheelchair restraint security system
• Complete and submit all operating records and motor vehicle accident reports
• Secure and transport agency initiated documentation to and from various locations
• Report any mechanical problems for repair
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized

Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved

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.