Motor Vehicle Operator

Job TitleMotor Vehicle OperatorDutiesThe duties of the position may include but are not limited to:Incumbent is under the supervision of the Mobility Manager. The incumbent receives work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and/or the Mobility Manager.Incumbent operates one or more types of patient transport vehicles, including emergency vehicles, patient transport vans/buses and other types transport vehicles, capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers, to and from VA Medical Center facilities, private healthcare facilities, and other private sector areas like patient homes, railway, bus stations and airports.Incumbent drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs.Operates the doors to allow passengers to enter and leave the vehicle.Read installation maps and judges road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route.Provide friendly, polite, and courteous service. Enforce passenger safety and seatbelt use. Check I.D. cards to ensure authorization of passengers as required.Vehicles are driven over roads and streets through various types of traffic and possible weather conditions.Vehicles types may include special purpose vehicles equipped with special purpose equipment and levers, buttons, pedals, and control equipment (e.g., wheelchair lifts).Responsibilities are to safely transport patients in a manner that minimizes disruption to personnel and ensure maximum comfort during travel.Knows and abides by rules, laws and traffic regulations pertaining to state laws. When transporting patients, the incumbent must be able to load and unload patients safely.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD99793-S Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized