What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Vehicle Operator position at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs?
Summary
The Incumbent of this position operates patient transport vehicles - including emergency vehicles - patient transport vans/buses and other types of transport vehicles - capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers - to and from VA Medical Center facilities - private healthcare facilities - and other private sector areas like patient homes - railway - bus stations and airports. Incumbent drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 12/30/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required - but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge - skills - and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element - which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Drive Safely Interpret Instructions - Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Reliability And Dependability Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. - Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. - professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Work requires reaching - turning - or moving hands - arms - feet - and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Incumbent will be required to assist patients with a variety of medical conditions and/or disabilities. Associated duties require stooping - bending - lifting - climbing - and securing patients - oxygen - and wheelchairs with appropriate securing devices. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier. Must follow prescribed safety procedures using appropriate lifting methods and body mechanics for heavy lifting or moving of heavy objects. Must be able to drive for a minimum of a four-hour period and stay mentally alert. If driver realizes they are not mentally alert - they must use good judgment in pulling over at the first safe area - road- checking vehicle with walk-around inspection - and continue driving as soon as possible. Incumbent must pass a VA Physical and adhere to all VA and DOT drug and alcohol testing and guidelines.
Duties
The Incumbent of this position operates patient transport vehicles - including emergency vehicles - patient transport vans/buses and other types of transport vehicles - capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers - to and from VA Medical Center facilities - private healthcare facilities - and other private sector areas like patient homes - railway - bus stations and airports. Incumbent drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 12/30/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required - but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge - skills - and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element - which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Drive Safely Interpret Instructions - Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Reliability And Dependability Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. - Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. - professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Work requires reaching - turning - or moving hands - arms - feet - and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Incumbent will be required to assist patients with a variety of medical conditions and/or disabilities. Associated duties require stooping - bending - lifting - climbing - and securing patients - oxygen - and wheelchairs with appropriate securing devices. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier. Must follow prescribed safety procedures using appropriate lifting methods and body mechanics for heavy lifting or moving of heavy objects. Must be able to drive for a minimum of a four-hour period and stay mentally alert. If driver realizes they are not mentally alert - they must use good judgment in pulling over at the first safe area - road- checking vehicle with walk-around inspection - and continue driving as soon as possible. Incumbent must pass a VA Physical and adhere to all VA and DOT drug and alcohol testing and guidelines.
Duties
- This is an OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT until December 30 -2026 for the Salt Lake City VA Healthcare System - St
- George UT Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) - and the Idaho Falls ID Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)
- The initial cut-off for Eligible applicants will be 10/16/2026 - with subsequent cut-off dates every two (2) weeks afterwards
- Major duties and responsibilities include: Receiving work assignments and direction regarding work methods - procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and/or the Mobility Manager
- Arriving at and departing from pickup and discharge points at scheduled times
- Reading installation maps and judges road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route
- Enforcing passenger safety and seatbelt use
- Using multiple variations of Mobile Data Computer (MDC) in and out of the vehicles for assigned trips and duties daily
- Loading and unloading patients and medical supplies
- Performing operator maintenance such as checking fluid levels and air pressure in tires - cleaning and washing of vehicles - and performing inspection checklists to ensure safe and proper operation
- Maintaining records and document actions - such as operator inspection checklists/forms and accident/incident reports
- Using two-way radios (or other device) to maintain communications with dispatcher/supervisor on assignments and locations
- Possesses a Current and Valid Driver's License which is required for the position
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment
- Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA
- Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received
- Work Schedule: Full-Time - Monday - Friday - (will range anywhere from 6:30am to 8:00pm) Compressed Work Schedule: Authorized for 8 days with 10-hour shifts (For Idaho Falls ID - and St George UT only) Telework: Not Authorized Position Description/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD12614A Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Salary : $24 - $31