Motor Vehicle Operator
Incumbent is assigned to the Grounds and Transportation Section in the Facilities Management Service. This section is responsible for fulfilling all transportation needs in support of the delivery of direct patient care operation of the Medical Center. The duties of the Motor Vehicle Operator include, but are not limited to:
The incumbent operates Sedans, Mini-Vans, full size Vans with wheelchair lifts, John Deere Tractors, handicapped passenger bus, and Bobcat ToolCat vehicle and attachments. Incumbent operates passenger cars, vans and buses for the purpose of transporting patients to/from VA Medical Centers in Saginaw; Ann Arbor; Detroit; Battle Creek; and Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Northern Michigan (located in Gaylord, Traverse City and Grand Traverse, Alpena, Oscoda, Bad Axe, Clare, Cadillac, Grayling and Cheboygan County) and private health care installations. Incumbent operates passenger vehicles to transport designated VA personnel on approved trips in support of local and various other VA assignments with primary emphasis on the Gaylord rural health transportation route from the Gaylord CBOC and various stops ending at Saginaw VAMC. Tractors/equipment is used year-round for the upkeep of the grounds during the growing season and for removal of snow and ice during the winter months. John Deere 5525 tractor is equipped with a front bucket and a rear angle blade. Incumbent performs any other duties relating to grounds maintenance and transportation as assigned by his/her Supervisor. Work schedule:
9:
30 AM to 6:
00 PM (Monday through Friday, May be required to work evenings and weekend and unscheduled overtime) Compressed/Flexible Schedule:
Not Available. Telework:
Not available Position Description Title/PD#:
Motor Vehicle Operator / PD#2276-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Reference:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5700 To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/11/2020 WG-6 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:
Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Reliability And Dependability Vehicle Operation Without more than normal supervision Work Practices
Qualifications:
The job requires the ability to perform the duties of a motor vehicle operator without more than normal supervision. Typical work may include operating gas, diesel, or electric powered motor vehicles with gross weight exceeding 26,000 lbs; operating a vehicle in various traffic and weather conditions; driving in restricted traffic environments; driving vehicles on standard scheduled routes; using a towing or vehicle recovery system; using hydraulic hoists; checking water in batteries and radiators; checking fluid in crankcase, power steering, and automatic transmissions; loading, unloading, and securing freight passengers and equipment; checking air pressure in tires and inflating them correctly; clean manually or with powered equipment; check fan belts and hoses and maintain oil and grease levels on automobiles. In doing this work, the incumbent must have a maintain a safe driving record; service and maintain automobiles; and transport freight, passengers, and/or equipment over public roads in both rural and urban areas. Job Elements:
There are five job elements that will be rated for experience and training. Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements:
NOTE:
THE ELEMENTS BELOW MUST BE DEMONSTRATED IN YOUR RESUME IN ORDER FOR THE AGENCY TO DETERMINE YOUR QUALIFICATIONS. IF EACH OF THESE ELEMENTS ARE NOT ADDRESSED IN YOUR RESUME YOU MAY NOT QUALIFY FOR THE POSITION. 1. Ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. (Screen out) Definition:
An overall evaluation of the candidate considering all evidence available including the three following elements, dependability, work practices (including minor maintenance, neatness, etc.) and ability to perform independently. 2. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. Definition:
The degree of ability to operate the particular kind of vehicles, including the basics of starting, stopping, etc., ability to skillfully (and safely) use the additional gearing capacity, coordinate braking and shifting controls; also ability to operate a variety of vehicles, including those equipped with special purpose power take-offs and buses. 3. Knowledge related to the operation of appropriate vehicles. Definition:
The degree of knowledge of loading techniques, requirements and regulations governing movement of cargo and passengers, ability to interpret instructions for operation, and ability to prepare reports, pertinent documents, ability to make judgments concerning loading and cargo arrangements, clearances, turning radius, and braking distances of appropriate vehicles. Also required for off Shipyard operation is a knowledge of local and state motor vehicle regulations, such as for speed, load width, and height, maximum gross vehicle weight and maximum allowable axle weights, etc. 4. Ability to drive safely. Definition:
This element is considered essential in conjunction with the screen-out element 1, ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. 5. Reliability and Dependability. Definition:
Reliability and Dependability relates to personal characteristics. Credit point levels show the degrees to which these characteristics may be demonstrated. This incumbent must have a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 90 days of hire, in accordance with the Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 10/26/86, Group B, Endorsement P. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Incumbent must be alert at all times to prevent accidents when driving. Many patient transportation trips are made in congested city traffic and under hazardous road conditions. Position requires heavy lifting (50-80 pounds), pushing, pulling as necessary to load/unload patients, supplies and materials.Working Conditions:
(1) Work is performed inside buildings and outdoors.(2) Outdoor work exposes the incumbent to long periods of extreme temperatures, humidity, and moisture during all types of seasonal weather phenomenon.(3) Incumbent is additionally exposed to excessive quantities of dust, dirt, grease, gas, oil and fumes produced by motor vehicles and surrounding environment.
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 Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The incumbent operates Sedans, Mini-Vans, full size Vans with wheelchair lifts, John Deere Tractors, handicapped passenger bus, and Bobcat ToolCat vehicle and attachments. Incumbent operates passenger cars, vans and buses for the purpose of transporting patients to/from VA Medical Centers in Saginaw; Ann Arbor; Detroit; Battle Creek; and Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Northern Michigan (located in Gaylord, Traverse City and Grand Traverse, Alpena, Oscoda, Bad Axe, Clare, Cadillac, Grayling and Cheboygan County) and private health care installations. Incumbent operates passenger vehicles to transport designated VA personnel on approved trips in support of local and various other VA assignments with primary emphasis on the Gaylord rural health transportation route from the Gaylord CBOC and various stops ending at Saginaw VAMC. Tractors/equipment is used year-round for the upkeep of the grounds during the growing season and for removal of snow and ice during the winter months. John Deere 5525 tractor is equipped with a front bucket and a rear angle blade. Incumbent performs any other duties relating to grounds maintenance and transportation as assigned by his/her Supervisor. Work schedule:
9:
30 AM to 6:
00 PM (Monday through Friday, May be required to work evenings and weekend and unscheduled overtime) Compressed/Flexible Schedule:
Not Available. Telework:
Not available Position Description Title/PD#:
Motor Vehicle Operator / PD#2276-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Reference:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5700 To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/11/2020 WG-6 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:
Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Reliability And Dependability Vehicle Operation Without more than normal supervision Work Practices
Qualifications:
The job requires the ability to perform the duties of a motor vehicle operator without more than normal supervision. Typical work may include operating gas, diesel, or electric powered motor vehicles with gross weight exceeding 26,000 lbs; operating a vehicle in various traffic and weather conditions; driving in restricted traffic environments; driving vehicles on standard scheduled routes; using a towing or vehicle recovery system; using hydraulic hoists; checking water in batteries and radiators; checking fluid in crankcase, power steering, and automatic transmissions; loading, unloading, and securing freight passengers and equipment; checking air pressure in tires and inflating them correctly; clean manually or with powered equipment; check fan belts and hoses and maintain oil and grease levels on automobiles. In doing this work, the incumbent must have a maintain a safe driving record; service and maintain automobiles; and transport freight, passengers, and/or equipment over public roads in both rural and urban areas. Job Elements:
There are five job elements that will be rated for experience and training. Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements:
NOTE:
THE ELEMENTS BELOW MUST BE DEMONSTRATED IN YOUR RESUME IN ORDER FOR THE AGENCY TO DETERMINE YOUR QUALIFICATIONS. IF EACH OF THESE ELEMENTS ARE NOT ADDRESSED IN YOUR RESUME YOU MAY NOT QUALIFY FOR THE POSITION. 1. Ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. (Screen out) Definition:
An overall evaluation of the candidate considering all evidence available including the three following elements, dependability, work practices (including minor maintenance, neatness, etc.) and ability to perform independently. 2. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. Definition:
The degree of ability to operate the particular kind of vehicles, including the basics of starting, stopping, etc., ability to skillfully (and safely) use the additional gearing capacity, coordinate braking and shifting controls; also ability to operate a variety of vehicles, including those equipped with special purpose power take-offs and buses. 3. Knowledge related to the operation of appropriate vehicles. Definition:
The degree of knowledge of loading techniques, requirements and regulations governing movement of cargo and passengers, ability to interpret instructions for operation, and ability to prepare reports, pertinent documents, ability to make judgments concerning loading and cargo arrangements, clearances, turning radius, and braking distances of appropriate vehicles. Also required for off Shipyard operation is a knowledge of local and state motor vehicle regulations, such as for speed, load width, and height, maximum gross vehicle weight and maximum allowable axle weights, etc. 4. Ability to drive safely. Definition:
This element is considered essential in conjunction with the screen-out element 1, ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. 5. Reliability and Dependability. Definition:
Reliability and Dependability relates to personal characteristics. Credit point levels show the degrees to which these characteristics may be demonstrated. This incumbent must have a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 90 days of hire, in accordance with the Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 10/26/86, Group B, Endorsement P. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Incumbent must be alert at all times to prevent accidents when driving. Many patient transportation trips are made in congested city traffic and under hazardous road conditions. Position requires heavy lifting (50-80 pounds), pushing, pulling as necessary to load/unload patients, supplies and materials.Working Conditions:
(1) Work is performed inside buildings and outdoors.(2) Outdoor work exposes the incumbent to long periods of extreme temperatures, humidity, and moisture during all types of seasonal weather phenomenon.(3) Incumbent is additionally exposed to excessive quantities of dust, dirt, grease, gas, oil and fumes produced by motor vehicles and surrounding environment.
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 Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. 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.
- Department:
5703 Motor Vehicle Operating - Salary Range:
$26.11 to $30.46 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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