Motor Vehicle Operator

Summary This position functions as a Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO) for the Jefferson Barracks Division of the VA Medical Center, St. Louis, MO. The purpose of this position is to ensure timely and accurate delivery and retrieval of linen necessary to support patient care and medical center operation. Responsibilities Operates motor vehicles over predetermined routes to transport linen between the medical center and delivery locations. Follows route and time schedules and selects alternate routes to avoid heavy traffic or delaying conditions. Drives over public roads and highway speeds in rural areas including Federal, state, and county roads and city streets in all traffic and weather conditions (which may include snow and ice removal during extreme circumstances or emergencies). Performs user inspections and maintenance on equipment prior to utilizing it, i.e., checking tire pressure, oil and other fluid levels, etc. Inspect vehicles to ensure they are clean and in safe operating condition. Washes and cleans vehicles as warranted. Provides preventive maintenance for vehicles, including refueling and maintenance of appropriate fluid levels, reporting operational malfunctions for repair, and maintaining the interior and exterior of the vehicle. Reports breakdowns or equipment failure/needs, etc., to the MVO leader or Supervisor. Completes Pre/Post-trip Inspections. Operates an International DuraStar, or similar model, goods carrier with a gross vehicle weight of up to 26,000 pounds. (Vehicle types include special purpose vehicles, equipped with special equipment, levers, buttons, pedals, and hydraulic lifts, and multiple configuration options). Inspects the vehicle to ensure the load is properly balanced and that the last items loaded on the truck are for the first scheduled delivery locations. Unloads and delivers linen to designated delivery points, picking up soiled linen to return to the linen facility. The incumbent maintains required trip logs, fuel-use records, inspection documentation, and other vehicle-operation records. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD105480 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved 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 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement (Note: We may not accept pictures. Please Do Not submit a copy of your license. This requirement will be verified if interviewed.) A drug test is required for the position; and the position is subject to random drug testing. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/21/2026. 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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Operation of Motor Vehicles Reliability And Dependability Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) 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: The position requires feet, leg, eye, and hand coordination in braking and steering, shifting and accelerating. Muscular effort and strength are required to load and unload carts and materials. Must be able to handle weights of up to 20 - 50 lbs. and loaded, wheeled carts that weigh in excess of 800 lbs. Work outside in all types of weather. While driving, there is constant exposure to traffic noise and road hazards. Vehicle breakdowns may subject the incumbent to other highway hazards/risks. He/she is regularly exposed to dust, diesel fumes, etc Education Additional Information Receiving Service Credit for 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. 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.