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Position Title
Motor Vehicle Operator
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
PWR 1548-SR-24-12497631-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, August 2, 2024 to Friday, August 23, 2024
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
  • 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.
 
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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.
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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:
  • 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.
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Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. (limit characters)
2. The duties of this position involve operation of vehicles that require the operator to possess a Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements.

Please mark the answer below that best matches how you meet this requirement.
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Assessment 1
Ability to Do the Work of a Motor Vehicle Operator without More than Normal Supervision (Screen out) (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your highest level of experience and/training performing Motor Vehicle Operator duties. Your claim must be supported in your resume. Read all 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.
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For the questions below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. Be sure to describe the experience that supports your answers to the questions below, in your resume or application materials. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skills levels you claim in this questionnaire. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience you describe in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. (limit characters)
Operation of Motor Vehicles (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Operates gasoline and diesel-powered buses.
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3. Operates bus with 18 or more passengers to transport to and from bus stops or scheduled bus routes.
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4. Operates motor vehicles over unpaved roads.
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5. Operates vehicles in moderately steep mountainous terrain.
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6. Operates large vehicles or buses on public roads at low city speeds (15-30 mph) and highway speeds (55 mph).
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Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
7. Performs routine daily vehicle service inspections.
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8. Adds fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluids to trucks and equipment.
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9. Determines routes in which large vehicles may be legally operated.
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10. Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance of equipment.
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11. Assesses extreme and changing weather conditions and modify bus schedules and routes accordingly.
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Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
12. Receives general instructions as to the type of vehicle to be operated, destination, or passengers to be transported, purpose of the trip, deadlines to be met, and any special information important to the mission.
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13. Reads and interprets operating and repair manuals, standard operating procedures, and material safety data sheets (MSDS).
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Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
14. Navigates large vehicles or buses through rural areas, which include heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic, which may include sharp corners and narrow roads.
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15. Evaluates the condition of equipment and needed supplies and materials. (limit characters)
16. Operates vehicles or buses over a variety of roads including narrow country roads, and on steep winding grades.
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Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
17. Works out details and completes work when directions are incomplete.
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18. Provides supervisor with daily updates on work assignments and unusual situations.
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19. Implements time management skills to ensure that assignments are completed within the established deadlines.
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20. Answers questions and provide directions to trails, picnic areas, campgrounds, and other visitor use facilities.
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21. Wears appropriate personal protection equipment such as high visibility traffic safety vests when directing vehicular traffic.
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