Vehicle Operator 1

ALL THE GOOD STUFF!

• Starting Hourly Pay – $20.78/per hour
• 1st Raise after 6 months
• Multiple, scheduled pay increases over your years of service
• Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grows as long as you stay with the State of Ohio
• Overtime opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses
• Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
• Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
• View our full benefits package on https://careers.ohio.gov/why-work-for-state-of-ohio
  
  

Key Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operates small motor vehicles (e.g., car, station wagon, van, mini-bus, panel truck) to transport students, residents, consumers &/or staff to & from institution or agency for variety of activities (e.g., educational program activities, scheduled community field trips, medical appointments, court appearances, training programs, athletic activities, recreational activities).
• Operates motor vehicles for pick up &/or delivery (e.g., materials, supplies, mail, laundry); operates outside maintenance equipment (e.g., tractor, snow truck, lawn mower) to perform or assist in snow removal or lawn maintenance duties.
• Schedules, inspects, services & maintains vehicles; maintains &/or prepares required logs &/or reports.
  
  

Work Schedule: Rotating 2-week schedule

Week 1: Mon 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | Tue 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Wed 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Sat 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Sun/Thu Off)

Week 2: Mon 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | Tue 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Wed 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Thu 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Sun/Sat Off)

If you are ready for the next great step in your career……Come join us!

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Application Procedures

• To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
• When completing your online Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet each minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your online application.
• You can check the status of your application anytime by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.
  
  

Applications must be received no later than 11:59PM of the posting deadline date listed. Applications received after 11:59PM on the deadline date will not be considered. Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov. Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.

NOTE: Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking English; valid driver's license. Valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Revised Code.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
  
  

Job Skills: Equipment Operations, Automotive, CDL, Transportation, Vehicle Operators, Flexibility, Situational Awareness, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus

Organization

Veterans Services Sandusky

Agency Contact Name and Information

Hailey Ivory, Hailey.ivory@dvs.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

Jul 5, 2026, 8:59:00 PM

Work Location

Veteran Services - Sandusky

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Erie County-Sandusky

Compensation

$20.78/hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

See below

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Technical Skills

CDL, Automotive, Equipment Operations, Transportation, Vehicle Operators

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Flexibility, Situational Awareness

Agency Overview

It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio's heroes — wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service.

WHO ARE WE?

The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term care focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees.

To learn more about us, visit https://dvs.ohio.gov/what-we-do/work-at-odvs