This position is located at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Augusta GA, Engineering Service. The position is a Motor Vehicle Operator in the Transportation Section. The Duties include the operation of specially equipped vehicles used in the transportation of patients, staff, and materials between divisions and other cities for the Medical Center.

Duties

MAJOR DUTIES Operates Vehicles between 26,000-32,000 Must possess a valid state issued Class C Driver's License (CDL), with (P) passenger endorsement, issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Operates vehicles that have an approximate gross vehicle weight (GVW) of more that 26,000 pounds not to exceed GVW of 32,000 pound Operates and performs operator maintenance on one or more motor vehicles including platform trucks, van trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks and trash removal trucks Drives up to 44 passenger bus transporting patients and/or employees on out of town trips and/or divisions Drives up to 20 passenger wheelchair buses; uses specially equipped with hydraulic/electrical systems operated by the driver to raise and lower a wheelchair platform; wheelchair patients enter and exit this the with the drivers assistance utilizing the lift Drives trucks up to 2 and 1/2 ton capacity hauling various materials on and off the Medical Center campus Must have the skill and knowledge to operate these vehicles over a variety of roads including interstate highways, narrow country roads, and on steep winding grades Operates Vehicles up to 10,000 pounds Drives van (up to 16 passengers), station wagons, sedans and pickups as required for transporting patients patient articles. Records Vehicle Data Responsible for compiling all data pertaining to vehicle operation including mileage, fuel used, maintenance costs and repair cost; records all required vehicle data into FAST, CARS, and underutilized vehicle reports Dispatches drivers and vehicles as required, documents patient transportation requests, verifies driver records are completed in vehicles when turning in vehicles, and properly secures keys and credit cards Work Schedule: 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Hours subject to change) Compressed/Flexible: No Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD09961A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/10/2023. 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: Drive SafelyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations)Motor VehiclesVehicle OperationWithout more than normal supervision 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: Physical Requirements: 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. Working Conditions: Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather. 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. Must have ability to drive in rural areas, very congested Metropolitan traffic and/or construction zones. Must safely handle patients, both stretcher and wheelchair, in loading and unloading from vans and buses. 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. May be required to work overtime after normal working hours providing it is an emergency or their services are needed to transport patients.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center One Freedom Way Augusta, GA 30901 US
• Name: Deborah Niebauer
• Phone: 228-523-5000 X40010
• Email: [email protected]