Motor Vehicle Operator

Duties

Employee is responsible for operating motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds up to 26,000 pounds to include passenger shuttle vans (10-20 passenger capacity), cargo vans and 30- to 40- passenger buses. These vehicles may be equipped with air brakes. Vehicles are driven for long and short distances to transport and pick up articles, supplies, materials, and passengers. Vehicles are sometimes driven through congested areas where drivers must exercise caution when backing to load or unload at docks, ramps, or similar locations. The incumbent assures that cargo is properly located, distributed, and secured, and that vehicle is not loaded beyond capacity. On occasion may operate special equipment such as manual winches and tie-downs. Responsible for operator maintenance, inspection, and recordkeeping. Major maintenance problems are brought to the supervisor's attention.

Incumbent is responsible for other transportation and cargo services related duties such as assisting fleet manager or dispatcher with transportation requests; data collection of vehicle mileage, passenger traffic, and vehicle maintenance scheduling; stocking warehouse shelves and assisting with recordkeeping.

Qualifications

You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this position. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements.

Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired.

Applicants will be ranked and rated based on their knowledge of the job elements identified in this announcement.

Job Elements:

• Ability to do the work of a motor vehicle operator without more than normal supervision.
• Ability to drive safely (Motor Vehicles).
• Operation of Motor Vehicles.
• Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order).

There is no substitution of education for this position.

To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of the announcement.

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; religious; 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.