- Position Title
- Motor Vehicle Operator
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NE-1611-GATE-23-11852103-OC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, February 21, 2023 to Friday, August 25, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documentation.
Ability To Do the Work of a Motor Vehicle Operator without More than Normal Supervision
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for a Motor Vehicle Operator, WG-5703-05 position. Read all the responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Vehicle Operation
2.
This position requires that the incumbent possess a Driver's License. From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how you meet this requirement. Read all of the responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position.
Operation of motor vehicles.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Operate motor vehicles on improved and unimproved (gravel) roads.
4.
Operate a motor vehicle equipped with a snow plow up to 8 and 1/2 feet wide to remove snow and ice from a variety of road surfaces.
5.
Maneuver oversized vehicles and trailers within close tolerances when driving or backing over uneven ground and in narrow congested areas between buildings and other vehicles and equipment.
6.
Operate dump trucks with one-ton capacity to haul road maintenance material.
Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Keep vehicles and associated equipment in a clean and orderly state.
8.
Perform repairs such as asphalt patching, crack sealing, concrete surface repairs, or resurfacing gravel trails, roads, and parking areas.
9.
Dig ditches, level grades and fill holes in road and trail surfaces.
10.
Properly load, arrange, and secure cargo and make judgments concerning the arrangement and security of cargo.
11.
Perform daily service inspections, ensure major repair needs are reported, and schedule repairs to motor vehicles.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Follow simple diagrams and drawings which illustrate work assignments.
13.
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, rules, and guidelines in the operation of motor vehicles.
14.
Follow written policies, procedures, and instructions related to driving missions.
15.
Complete assignments within expected timeframes.
Ability to Operate Safely (motor vehicles)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Transport material and personnel to and from worksites.
17.
Determine the safest and most direct routes considering vehicle weights, clearances, road width, load limits and other route conditions.
18.
Perform operator maintenance on motor vehicles such as washing, waxing, and adding fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluid.
Ability to Operate Safely (non-motor vehicle)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Use proper, safe, and most efficient methods of loading and unloading.
20.
Report operating malfunctions for repair.
21.
Recognize hazardous conditions and avoid such.
22.
Ensure that safety and housekeeping rules are followed by all passengers.
23.
Use chainsaws, weed eaters, lawn mowers, power blowers, etc.
Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
24.
Make judgements concerning overhead and side clearances, turning radius, braking distance, and the safest distance to be maintained from other vehicles.
25.
Read and understand a road map to determine the shortest and safest routes for both short and long runs.
26.
Adjust driving methods to the practices of surrounding traffic in order to avoid accidents and to transport cargo and passengers safely.
27.
Complete driver's accident report in case of an accident.
28.
Communicate with supervisor/dispatcher in accordance with established procedures and timetables.