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Summary

Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

  12/20/2024 to 01/03/2025

• Salary

  $28 - $32.67 per hour

• Pay scale & grade

  WL 7

• Help

  Location

  1 vacancy in the following location:

  • Salisbury, NC 1 vacancy

• Remote job

  No

• Telework eligible

  No

• Travel Required

  Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

  No

• Appointment type

  Permanent

• Work schedule

  Full-time

• Service

  Competitive

• Promotion potential

  None

• Job family (Series)

  • 5703 Motor Vehicle Operating

• Supervisory status

  Yes

• Security clearance

  Other

• Drug test

  Yes

• Position sensitivity and risk

  Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

• Trust determination process

  • Suitability/Fitness

• Financial disclosure

  No

• Bargaining unit status

  No

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  Announcement number

  CBTA-12641458-25-HCA

• Control number

  825167700

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency

  Current federal employees of this agency.

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Duties

During normal working hours, the position is completely responsible for approximately 118 vehicles. The Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO) Leader is responsible for issuing vehicles to VAMC staff, inspecting vehicles, scheduling state inspections, and car repairs as required. The MVO Leader will be responsible for mandatory vehicle fleet records and collects credit card receipts. The MVO Leader enters information in Federal Automotive Statistical Tool (FAST), Government Service Agency (GSA) Drive-Thru, and Fed-FMS systems. GSA Drive-Thru interacts within GSA for car records and vehicle replacements. The MVO Leader inspects all fleet vehicles daily to ensure no damages and will provide required vehicles with First Aide, Infection control and standard safety equipment.

Operates gasoline, and diesel or electric powered vehicles with gross vehicle weight of up to and including 26,000 lbs. Operates vehicles on public roads in urban and other areas under with all types of road and pavement conditions. These vehicles are capable of carrying loads weighing up to and including 1 ton.

Operates vehicles to include 14-30 passenger buses, sedans, trucks, and 12 passenger gasoline or electric shuttles to include patient transport vehicles. These vehicles have up to four (4) forward speeds and up to four (4) driving wheels. They are equipped with such driving controls as gear shift lever, brake pedal, accelerator and clutch (when the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission) and levels for supplying power to the driving wheels.

Operates buses and other vehicles with air brakes. Buses are operated occasionally contingent upon activities scheduled by other services and not on a regular and recurring basis. More regular use of the buses occurs during the months of less inclement seasons (e.g., Spring, Summer, and Fall). Drivers must also operate wheelchair lifts, as well as provide instructional training to staff on operation, function, security, and safety of the lifts.

Loads and unloads the vehicle by hand, sometimes requiring help from other workers. Ensures that vehicle is not overloaded and that the cargo is protected from weather and secured to prevent falling off the vehicle.

Performs operator maintenance on vehicles.

Loads, secures, transports, and unloads wheelchair occupants.

Uses office computer systems and software applications to input data, retrieve information, update records and print documents.

Interacts in a courteous and respectful manner with a wide variety of people on a regular basis.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license, Class B and a Commercial Drivers License (CDL).

Must complete and pass the Physical Fitness Inquiry for Motor Vehicle Operators.

Successful completion of appropriate recurring training courses is use of GSA vehicles and defensive driving.

Performs other directly related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 7:30am -4:00pm.
Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD014650

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• All 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.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel

How You Will Be Evaluated

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• As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  

  • State Drivers License
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

  
  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information.
  
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • State Drivers License
  • Other (2)
  • Other (3)
  • PCS Orders
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  
  
  Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/03/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12641458.

  1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

  NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
  
  To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

  Agency contact information

  Hunter Akers

  Email

  hunter.akers@va.gov

  Address

  WG Bill Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center
  1601 Brenner Avenue
  Salisbury, NC 28144
  US

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  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  
  You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
  
  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

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How to Apply

Next steps

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request