The purpose of this position is to operate a motor vehicle, he/she will be under the direct supervision of the Transportation Operator Supervisor, in Engineering Service Line at the VA Central Iowa Medical Center. Incumbent will operate the following vehicles, but not limited to,15 passenger bus, passenger cars, dump trucks, cargo trucks up to 24,000 GVWR with hydraulic & electronic lift gates, tractors with end loaders, power mowing equipment, and related equipment used in snow removal.

Duties

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Incumbent will operate the following vehicles, but not limited to, 15 to 22 passenger bus, passenger cars, 1 ton dump trucks, cargo trucks up to 24,000 GVWR with hydraulic & electronic lift gates, tractors with end loaders, power mowing equipment, and related equipment used in snow removal. Employee will transport co-workers, patients who can care for themselves, medical records; parts and other materials needing picked up or delivered to the hospital and CBOC's. Incumbent will perform labor duties for the maintenance of grounds, such as snow removal, on as needed basis, moving furniture, mowing, etc. Motor vehicle operator will drive fleet cars to be fueled, washed/detailed, pick-up orders and to be maintenance. Fleet cars are driven off station on city roads and interstates to get to their destination. Drive the dump truck to move logs, leaves, trash, dirt, etc. on station. Arriving at the departing from pickup and discharge points at scheduled times. Reading installation maps and judge road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route. Enforcing passenger safety and seatbelt use. Performing 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. Maintaining records and document actions, such as operator inspection checklists/forms and accidents/incident reports. Using two-way radios (or other device) to maintain communications with dispatcher/supervisor on assignments and locations. Possessing valid State Driver's License is required for the position. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Rotating Schedule Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD30187A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: 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. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received. 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

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/18/2024. 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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Related to Mobile Equipment Operation)Operation of Motor VehiclesReliability and DependabilityWork Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) 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. Driver License Requirements: Must possess a valid State Driver License to operate a motor vehicle. (Please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. You will be required to show your valid State Driver License at the time of your interview.) 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. Incumbent is subjected to long hours of driving vehicles. Physical effort is required in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet and legs to operate hand and foot controls. The employee is required to handle objects one hundred (100) pounds and over. The employee will assist passengers on and off of the shuttle. 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 results 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 VA Central Iowa Health Care System 3600 30th St Des Moines, IA 50310 US
• Name: Shannon Curry
• Email: [email protected]