This position is located within a National Forest. The primary purpose of this position is to perform operation of motor vehicles.

Duties

Operates one or more motor vehicles including cargo vans, stake trucks, dump trucks, platform trucks, and buses (capacity of more than 20 passengers), which typically have gross vehicle weight between 16,000 and 32,000 pounds. Vehicles usually have air brakes and two or more gear ranges capable of providing six or more forward speeds. Vehicles are driven on and off roads, through all kinds of traffic, terrain, and weather to haul cargo or passengers, and/or tow equipment. Loads and unloads vehicle, and sees that cargo is loaded and secured properly and protected. Ensures that towed equipment is properly connected and allowable for the tow vehicle used. Responsible for vehicle maintenance, inspection, and recordkeeping. Major maintenance needs are brought to the supervisor's attention. Operator maintenance typically involves monitoring fluid levels, replacing air filters and interior lights, checking tire pressure and hose connections, and washing the vehicle.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-Verify.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• This is a Test Designated Position. You will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Appointment is based on a negative result. This announcement constitutes 30 days advance notice.
• If selected, you must register with the DOT Clearinghouse as a driver at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register and complete a Query Consent. You must respond to the consent within 24 hours.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Position is required to drive vehicles that require a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License, based on type or kind of equipment being operated.

Qualifications

You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this position. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements. Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be ranked and rated based on their knowledge of the job elements identified in this announcement. JOB ELEMENTS: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Reliability and Dependability as an Engineering Equipment Operator. There is no substitution of education for this position. Selective Placement Factors DRUG TESTING: This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). Selectee must submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random testing thereafter. Final appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative results for illegal drug use. This announcement constitutes 30 days advance notice. The position requires that the incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Position is required to drive vehicles that require a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License, based on type or kind of equipment being operated. 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; religious; 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. To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address USDA Forest Service HRM Contact Center DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS, SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT Albuquerque, NM 87109 US
• Name: HRM Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-372-7248 X2
• Email: [email protected]