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Position Title
Motor Vehicle Operator (Seasonal)
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1611-ACAD-25-12643299-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 to Tuesday, April 22, 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
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-5703-07 position. 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. 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.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Operate dump trucks; single axle and tandem axle.
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3. Operate dump trucks while utilizing snowplows and material spreader units.
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4. Operate a bucket/boom truck.
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5. Perform operator maintenance on vehicles.
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6. Operate a rubber-tire loader.
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7. Operate a dump truck with trailer and with electrical brakes.
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8. Able to operate on narrow winding roads and step hills.
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9. Ability to judge a proper load for the vehicle.
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10. Operate a backhoe.
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11. Ability to perform vehicle maintenance on different types of motor vehicles.
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12. Ability to do minor repairs and services to vehicles.
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13. Ability to add fuel, oils and other fluids to vehicles as needed.
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14. Ability to keep the inside and outside of vehicles clean.
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15. Ability to use a backhoe or frontend loader to load materials.
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16. Ability to grease vehicle and check for missing bolts and nuts.
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17. Interpret operating manuals and repair manuals
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18. Interpret federal, state, and local laws, rules and guidelines in the operation of motor vehicles.
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19. Follow simple diagrams and drawings which illustrate work assignments.
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20. Complete work projects based on brief oral or written instructions.
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21. Complete daily work reports.
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22. Operate backhoes and frontend loaders to load trucks, around buildings and on roadways.
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23. Knowledge of driving safety practices, traffic laws, and regulations.
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24. Operate vehicles and associated equipment to load, haul, dump, spread and stockpile dirt, mud, sand, gravel, and hotmix.
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25. Ability to operate vehicles under difficult driving and road conditions.
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26. Ability to back motor vehicles into job sites.
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27. Observes traffic signs, laws, and speed limits.
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28. Handle emergency road service situations.
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29. Remove brush and trees along roadside with chainsaw or tractor.
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30. Follow safety rules and regulations.
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31. Wear the correct safety gear for the job.
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32. Safe operation of hand and power tools, mowers and for preventing damage to tools and equipment.
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33. Ability to use a chainsaw and woodchipper safely.
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34. Accomplish assignments with considerable independence.
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35. Responsible for the safe operation of vehicles and equipment.
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36. Work is evaluated in terms of timelines and competence.
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37. 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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