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Position Title
Motor Vehicle Operator
Agency
Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CARZ-12745430-25-JAF Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, June 5, 2025 to Wednesday, June 11, 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? (limit characters)
2. 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,
  • 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.
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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:
  • 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages or encrypted, and digitally signed documents linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.
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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). (limit characters)
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). (limit characters)
Assessment 1
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. (limit characters)
1. (SCREEN-OUT) Do you have the ability to do the work of a Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision? This experience consists of experience operating patient transport vehicles including vans, sedans, wheelchair vans, and other appropriate vehicles; loading and unloading patients; completing inspection checklists/forms and accident/incident reports; monitoring vehicle maintenance needs and maintaining cleanliness; operating groundskeeping equipment such as skid-steers, tractors, plows and spreaders. Note: If you answer "yes" to this question, your resume must support the description above with detailed documentation of the duties you have performed in the positions you have held.
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2. DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT: This position requires a current, valid state driver's license. Please indicate either Yes or No to the following question and do not upload a copy of your license at this time. If an interview is requested, you may be required to provide a copy of your current, valid, and unrestricted state driver's license.
Do you possess a current and valid State issued motor vehicle operator's license?
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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)
3. Operating 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.
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4. Consulting operators manual for sedan, van or truck.
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5. Changing tires and making limited emergency repairs.
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6. Operating vehicles with knowledge of state and local safety rules and regulations and the rules of other jurisdictions (e.g. surrounding states).
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7. Securing patients properly for transport to prevent injury during transit.
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8. Operating vehicle safely over Federal, State, County roads and city streets in all traffic conditions.
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9. Reading road maps and understand GPS system.
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10. Promoting culture of safety and will fully cooperate in efforts to improve patient safety and eradicate potential events.
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11. Driving safely in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems.
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12. Operating platform, van, stake and dump trucks, fuel trucks, and trash removal trucks which have a gross vehicle weight of up to 26,000 pounds.
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13. Knowledge of driving / weight restrictions on route.
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14. Protecting printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy ACT of 1974 and other applicable laws and federal regulation.
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15. Performing seasonal snow removal and grounds keeping on an as needed basis.
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16. Performing operator maintenance, such as checking fluids level, replacing air filters and interior lights, checking tire pressure and hose connection and washing fluids.
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17. Conducting walk around inspections to identify unsafe conditions or damage.
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18. Completing driving assignments in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.
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19. Knowledge of Federal, State, and installation safety regulations regarding the transport of patients as well as hazardous materials.
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