Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to operate a variety of gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles typically with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 10,000 pounds on public roads (or equivalent) under a variety of conditions and at highway speeds to transport cargo and/or passengers.

Duties

-Drives one or more types of light trucks, such as pickup trucks, panel trucks, and flatbed trucks to transport supplies, materials, and equipment. - Drives one or more types of passenger vehicles such as sedans, vans, crew cab pickup trucks, jeeps, and station wagons on the basis of specific trip assignments, or regular schedules. - Performs 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. - Maintains records and documents actions, such as operator inspection checklists/forms and accident/incident reports. - Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

• This position requires a physical/medical examination. The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: Physical effort is moderate to heavy.
• Work requires reaching, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Associated duties require stooping, bending, and climbing.
• Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 40 pounds and heavier objects with assistance.
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This is a Term Position Not to Exceed 13 months.
• An appropriate, valid driver?s license is required for the position.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Shift work may be required.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Qualifications

This is a Term Position Not to Exceed 13 months. In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Group . Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a GVW of up to 10,000 pounds, such as pickup trucks, panel trucks, flatbed trucks, carryalls, sedans, crew cab pickup trucks, jeeps, and station wagons. 2. Knowledge of cargo handling and hauling and techniques for safeguarding and protecting cargo. 3. Knowledge of traffic and safety regulations, practices, and procedures pertaining to motor vehicle operation; and passenger safety rules including those regarding the use of seatbelts. 4. Ability to judge road/traffic conditions and read maps to determine the shortest and safest route. 5. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. related to motor vehicle operation and preventive maintenance. 6. Ability to meet pickup and delivery deadlines and schedules. Physical Effort Physical effort is moderate to heavy. Work requires reaching, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Associated duties require stooping, bending, and climbing. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 40 pounds and heavier objects with assistance. Working Conditions Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of traffic and weather on public roads (or equivalent), and are exposed to the danger of serious accidents. Drivers are exposed to dirt, fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle. They drive in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address JB Charleston 101 E Hill Blvd Bldg 503 JB Charleston, SC 29404 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]