- Position Title
- Motor Vehicle Operator - Environmental Management Service
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBST-12102215-23-CR Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, August 25, 2023 to Thursday, September 14, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Are you an employee of the facility indicated for this position?
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50). Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted). Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50). Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted). Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.
2.
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,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; 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.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Resume Reminder- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Accuracy of Application Reminder:
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
2.
I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement.
3.
Driver's License: A current, valid state-issued Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid state-issued Driver's License.
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
4.
Driver's License - Please provide your driver's license number, issuing state and expiration date. Reminder - Do not include a copy of your license; if referred for interview it may be requested at that time.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Select the appropriate answer to the following question based on your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your answers are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of your knowledge or skills as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. Please select only one letter for each item.
The following question is a Screen-Out Element which is a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet this screen out element are ineligible for further consideration.
1.
Ability to perform the work of the position without more than normal supervision: Do you have the ability to perform the work of the position without more than normal supervision? From the descriptions listed below, select the appropriate response that best describes your past work or training performance (must be reflected in your resume).
2.
Driver's License: A current, valid state-issued Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid state-issued Driver's License.
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
The following statements pertain to 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 and maintain various powered industrial vehicles.
4.
Maintain vehicle in a neat clean and orderly manner.
5.
Perform routine safety and maintenance checks on the vehicle.
6.
Perform vehicle transport of medical and office supplies, equipment, and mail.
7.
Use forklifts, manual and mechanized pallet jacks, and other loading and storage mechanisms.
The following statements pertain to 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.
8.
Prepare vehicle for daily usage in order to support the medical facility's mission requirements.
9.
Ensure all items are packaged or palletized correctly to prevent damage.
10.
Place cargo appropriately in vehicles on shelving, pallets or bins to ensure adequate safeguard and access.
11.
Maintain the flow of the medical facility deliveries by moving, delivering, shelving, storing and inventorying materials and equipment in all traffic conditions.
12.
Follow oral instruction from dispatcher and/or supervisor pertaining to transporting, destination, cargo, deadlines and any additional/special instruction.
The following statements pertain to your ability to interpret instructions, specifications etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Possess knowledge of the campus layout and direct riders to requested destinations.
14.
Understand how to load supply carts, vehicles or pallets to ensure safety and most efficient process.
15.
Handle delivering and warehousing materials including hazardous, flammable and temperature sensitive products.
16.
Record/note discrepancies such as shortages and damages.
17.
Have a familiarity with emergency response procedures to summon aid if a medical emergency arises.
The following statements pertain to your 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.
18.
Interpret a variety of standard operating procedures (SOPs), directives, and policies.
19.
Read, write and maintain files of various organizational and commercial documents to include accident reports, incident reports, discrepancy reports, shipping/receiving documents, and trip logs.
20.
Complete all maintenance service records to document activities.
21.
Follow all guidance provided by various directives, handbooks, memorandum, property management regulations, supply and distribution policies, checklists, etc.
22.
Direct special attention to time sensitive and emergency requests.
The following statements pertain to the ability to drive safely (Motor Vehicles).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Adhere to all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) operating and safety standards.
24.
Use proper safety techniques when loading and unloading vehicles.
25.
Use all types of personal protective equipment (PPE).
26.
Take precautionary measures in an attempt to prevent serious accidents.
27.
Handle hazardous and sensitive materials according to established procedures.
Required Documents - Please see "Required Documents" section of the job announcement.
Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Warning Statement: Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. You should be aware your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification based on resume and other relevant documents you submit, as well as through verification of references as appropriate. Later steps in selection process are specifically designed to verify your stated level of experience and demonstrated capability. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position following acceptance.