The primary purpose of this position is to perform general labor under the supervision of the Road and Grounds Shop Foreman within the Maintenance Division of the Facilities Engineering Service at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center (MVAMC). The incumbent independently completes assignments that may require significant manual skills, prior work experience or training, and/or very heavy physical effort by following general instructions, past practices, or simple drawings or specifications.

Duties

Major duties include but are not limited to: Operate one or more motor vehicles including pickup trucks, panel trucks, flatbed trucks, carryalls, sedans and crew cab pickup trucks to pick up supplies, materials, equipment and/or tools; Move furniture and equipment within the Medical Center, which frequently requires trips off-campus to other storage and operations facilities throughout the Minneapolis metropolitan area; Operate heave, powered and non-powered tools (e.g., air-hammer, drill, saw, ladder, scaffolding, rake, dirt/snow shovel, lawn edger, backpack leaf blower, lawn mower, snow thrower, powered sweeper, gas powered tamper, pruner, lopper, string-trimmer, etc) in a safe and appropriate manner based upon task or project needs; Conduct vehicle and equipment safety checklist to assure proper performance level before operation' Move furniture, files, supplies and materials to new locations within the medical center using a pallet-jack, hand truck, carts, or carrying by hand; Load and unload trucks; Perform grounds maintenance including trimming trees, bushes, and shrubs to cultivate, shape and make aesthetically pleasing; mowing lawns, edging sidewalks and curbs, mulching beds, and cleaning up lawn waste; Shovel snow on walks, steps, roadways and other areas as assigned; Repair and clean concrete, asphalt, roadways and walks; Assemble and dismantle staging, decorations, and other items where designated; Shuttle vehicles to and from shop and service department; Deliver and pick up laundry; Clean equipment. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operator)/PD60684A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - AFGE Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• 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 Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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. To be found at least minimally qualified for the position of Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operator) at the WG-04 level, your application and supporting documentation must demonstrate the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for satisfactory job performance. For this position, the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision is prime. Examples of qualifying experience include but are not limited to: independently completing assignments by following general instructions and selecting the most appropriate types of equipment to accomplish each phase of work; using a significant amount of skill obtained through prior work experiences and/or training; manipulating controls for starting, stopping, backing, and driving motor vehicles while obeying installation traffic rules and regulations; operating complex powered and non-powered equipment using various controls and levers to maneuver equipment; and lifting/lowering, adjusting, engaging/disengaging components or attached devices. ADDITIONAL SCREEN-OUT: You must possess a valid state driver's license to operate government vehicles to perform the duties of the position. 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 SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout more than normal supervisionWork Practices 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Minneapolis VA Medical Center One Veterans Drive Minneapolis, MN 55417 US
• Name: Sarah Drey
• Phone: 319-339-7047
• Email: [email protected]