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Position Title
Motor Vehicle Operator (Seasonal)
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1612-ASIS-25-12603832-OC Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, December 2, 2024 to Monday, May 19, 2025
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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. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF A MAINTENANCE WORKER WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION (SCREEN OUT ELEMENT) (limit characters)
1. Select the one that best describes how your experience meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for the Motor Vehicle Operator position. You must show that you meet the experience described below. Make sure your resume supports your response. (SCREEN OUT) 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 ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
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Vehicle Operation (limit characters)
2. This position requires that the incumbent must possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or higher without restrictions (E Restriction {automatic transmission} acceptable) or pending disqualifying offenses by this vacancy announcement closing date. You will be required to provide a copy of your CDL if selected.

Do you possess a valid Class B CDL without restrictions or pending disqualifying offenses?
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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)
3. Operate trash removal/refuse packer truck. Connect dumpsters to truck and operate hydraulic lifting equipment. Monitor load status and haul waste to landfill. (limit characters)
4. Operate sewerage pumper truck. Utilize vacuum pump to remove waste from vault restroom facilities and septic tanks. Monitor load status and haul to wastewater treatment facility. (limit characters)
5. Operate material hauling trucks such as stake truck, flat bed and dump truck securing and hauling a variety of materials on long and short hauls
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6. Perform operator maintenance and service to vehicles, such as adding fuel, lubricating grease points, checking oil, completing and documenting pre-trip inspections. (limit characters)
7. Operate equipment such as commercial mowers, tractors with attachments and forklifts.
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INTRUCTIONS: 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)
8. Perform vehicle maintenance, including vehicle maintenance on trash compactor and sewerage pumper (i.e., tire checks, cleaning both inside and outside vehicle checking oil, and transmission fluids.)
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9. Maintain, perform minor repairs, and service on vehicles.
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10. Add fuel, oils, and hydraulic fluids to vehicles.
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11. Perform custodial and laboring tasks including cleaning vault restrooms and installing split rail fence.
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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. Read and follow specifications, diagrams and instructions verbal or written to complete assignments.
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13. Follow manufacturer's instructions and safety manuals for the use of tools, equipment, and cleaning products.
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14. Reference Safety Data Sheets (SDS) before using clean Ing products or other chemicals.
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15. Ability to utilize computer to complete online training, access email and input completed work into Facility Management Software System (FMSS) or similar programs.
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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)
16. Follows all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Follow manufacturer's instructions and safety manuals for the use of vehicles tools, equipment, machinery, chemicals and cleaning products. (limit characters)
17. Ensures vehicle safety equipment is present, operable and in serviceable condition.
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18. Adheres to the principles of operational leadership when assessing the safety of work conditions.
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19. Identifies and utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as hard hats, gloves, goggles, boots, safety harness and hearing protection and uses proper posture when digging and lifting to avoid Injury. (limit characters)
Ability to Operate Safely (Non-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)
20. Handle emergency road service situations.
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21. Follow all safety rules and regulations.
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22. Observes traffic signs, laws and speed limits.
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23. Safe operation of hand and power tools and mowers and for preventing damage to tools and equipment and injury to others.
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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)
24. Completes assigned tasks under general supervision after receiving initial written or oral instructions.
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25. Follows standard operating procedures and protocols to perform routine work in efficient and consistent manner.
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26. Adheres to established work schedules.
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27. Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner and is courteous and respectful when interacting with co-workers and visitors.
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28. Please take this opportunity to review your ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability. Failure to agree to this statement will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.
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