- Position Title
- Seasonal Motor Vehicle Operator
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1542-WICA-25-12596695-OC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 25, 2024 to Friday, April 25, 2025
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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:
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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.
- 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.
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-5703-06 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- Possession of a driver's license
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 gasoline, diesel, or electrical-powered motor vehicles.
4.
Operate motor vehicles of a gross weight up to 26,000 pounds to transport material to and from worksites.
5.
Operate trucks of a gross weight up to 26,000 pounds with snow plows up to 4 ½ feet in width to remove snow and ice from roads.
6.
Operate trucks of a gross weight up to 26,000 pounds with snowplows up to 8 ½ feet in width, to remove now and ice from pave and graded roads.
7.
Drive dump and heavy trucks of a gross weight up to 26,000 pounds over rough ground.
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.
8.
Perform semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance, repair, and janitorial work in and on various unit buildings.
9.
Dig ditches, level grades and fill holes in road and tray surfaces using shovels, rakes and hand and powered tampers.
10.
Assist journeyman workers in performing plumbing repairs, touch-up painting, minor carpentry repairs, and electrical.
11.
Inspect vehicle prior to driving, checking for external and internal damage, worn tires, adequate fuel supply, etc.
12.
Service a wide variety of automotive, heavy mobile, engineering, construction, and diesel- powered support equipment.
13.
Operate a hydraulic dumping mechanism to upload or spread material in dump bead.
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.
14.
Read signs and labels.
15.
Receive and complete work assignments in writing.
16.
Receive and complete oral received work assignments.
17.
Interpret instructions, specifications, etc. related to motor vehicle equipment operations and a wide variety of manual labor tasks.
18.
Adhere to all state, local and installation traffic laws, and ordinances.
19.
Complete assigned work assignments within a predetermined time frame.
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.
20.
Transport material and personnel to and from worksites.
21.
Securely load and arrange cargo to pass overhead and side clearances.
22.
Activate/contact emergency response in the event of all emergency situations in which the safety of the driver or passengers is in jeopardy.
23.
Determine the safest and shortest route to destinations by reading maps and using judgment based on current road/traffic conditions.
24.
Manipulate dual braking system to prevent the semi-trailer or trailer from jack knifing.
25.
Maneuver larger and longer vehicles while turning and backing the vehicle while in tight or restrictive areas.
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.
26.
Use proper, safe, and most efficient methods of loading and unloading.
27.
Report operating malfunctions for repair.
28.
Recognize hazardous conditions and avoid such.
29.
Ensure that safety and housekeeping rules are followed by all passengers.
30.
Check to make sure cargo is secured to prevent shifting or falling while in transit and minimize the possibility of the vehicle swaying.
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.
31.
Use proper, safe, and most efficient methods of loading and unloading.
32.
Use most appropriate vehicle based on the trip assignment and road being travelled on.
33.
Check to make sure cargo is secured to prevent shifting or falling while in transit and minimize the possibility of the vehicle swaying.
34.
Complete driver's accident report in case of an accident.
35.
Communicate with supervisor/dispatcher in accordance with established procedures and timetables.