- Position Title
- Motor Vehicle Operator
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-12730648-25-AH Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, May 1, 2025 to Wednesday, May 7, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
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.
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.
4.
Are you an active duty service member expected to be discharged or released under honorable conditions within the next 120 days who will be eligible for Veterans' preference? You may eligible to apply through the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act based on tentative preference.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
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.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- 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
- 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.
In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
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.
Applicants are required to undergo and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening test and must submit to random drug testing after employment. Will you comply with this requirement?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Motor Vehicle Operator with the Federal government. Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education 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.
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element. The following question pertain to your ability to do the work of the position (i.e., Motor Vehicle Operator) without more than normal supervision.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
SCREEN-OUT: Do you possess the ability to do the work of the position (i.e., Motor Vehicle Operator) without more than normal supervision based on your training/experience? This position is responsible for transporting patients for medical appointments using van, wheelchair van, sedans and other appropriate vehicles within the limitations listed below; operates heavy duty front end loader (Tractor) for snow removal operations. In making your response, consider that your past and/or current training/experience must have provided the knowledge, skill, and ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Qualified training/experience include but not limited to: operating a variety of gasoline and diesel powered motor vehicles to transport passengers, supplies, materials, and/or equipment; ensuring maintenance of motor vehicles and performing minor motor vehicle operator's maintenance; and completing delivery records, trip tickets, and accident reports. (This experience must be supported by your resume to be creditable.)
Driver's License Requirement: Current valid unrestricted Driver's License by a State is a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet this requirement are ineligible for further consideration.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
DRIVER'S LICENSE: Do you possess a current valid unrestricted Driver's License by a State? (We cannot accept photographs, so please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. You may be required to show your valid driver's license at the time of your interview.)
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 Reliability and dependability - Reliability and dependability.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Completes driving assignments in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.
4.
Applies knowledge of Federal, State, and installation safety regulations regarding the transport of
patients as well as hazardous materials.
patients as well as hazardous materials.
5.
Secures patients properly for transport to prevent injury during transit.
The following statements pertain to Drive Safely - Ability to drive safely (Motor vehicle).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Operates passenger buses (non-CDL), ambulette and passenger ambulance buses regardless with gross vehicle weight up to 26,000 lbs. with a lift modified for wheelchair patients.
7.
Operates vehicle safely over Federal, State, County roads and city streets in all traffic conditions.
8.
Drives safely in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems
The following statements pertain to Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) - 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.
9.
Operates vehicles with knowledge of state and local safety rules and regulations and the rules of other jurisdictions (e.g. surrounding states).
10.
Reads road maps and understands GPS system.
11.
Promotes culture of safety and cooperates in efforts to improve patient/passenger safety and eradicates potential events.
The following statements pertain to Motor Vehicles - Operations of Motor Vehicles.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Consults operators manual for sedan, van or truck.
13.
Operates, turns, backs, controls, and couples vehicles which carry heavy loads and a large number of people.
14.
Changes tires and takes limited emergency repairs and handles objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
The following statements pertain to Operate Safely - 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.
15.
Performs seasonal snow removal and grounds keeping on an as needed basis.
16.
Performs operator maintenance, such as checking fluids level, replacing air filters and interior lights, checking tire pressure and hose connection and washing fluids.
17.
Conducts walk around inspections to identify unsafe conditions or damage.
The following statements pertain to Work Practices - 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.
18.
Operates platform, van, stake and dump trucks, fuel trucks, and trash removal trucks which
have a gross vehicle weight of up to 26,000 pounds.
have a gross vehicle weight of up to 26,000 pounds.
19.
Applies knowledge of driving / weight restrictions on route.
20.
Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION REMINDER - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
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)
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.