Summary This position is a Motor Vehicle Operator assigned to the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, Transportation Section of Facilities Management Service. Must possess a State Operator's Permit, Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Medical Certificate endorsement. Licensing information must be clearly stated on your resume or you will not be considered for this position. Responsibilities The Motor Vehicle Operator assigned to the Transportation Section within Facilities Management Service at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center. The position is responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations used to transport laundry, supplies, and other materials essential to medical center operations. Performs duties requiring a high degree of skill in maneuvering large vehicles in congested and confined areas, while ensuring compliance with VA safety requirements and state and local traffic laws. The operator is responsible for ensuring cargo is properly secured, vehicles are safely operated, and transportation missions are completed efficiently and without incident. The Motor Vehicle Operator works under general supervision and is expected to independently carry out assignments, exercise judgment in route selection, and maintain safety standards during all transportation operations. Additional Duties include not limited to: Operates truck tractors with semi-trailers exceeding 35,000 pounds to transport materials such as laundry and supplies. Drives on highways, winding roads, and in congested areas, applying defensive driving techniques. Performs difficult backing and positioning of tractor-trailer combinations in tight loading docks and confined spaces. Manipulates dual braking systems to prevent hazards such as jackknifing and ensures safe maneuvering. Loads and unloads cargo, ensuring proper weight distribution and balance. Inspects cargo prior to departure to ensure it is secured and will not shift during transport. Arranges cargo to support safe unloading and prevent damage. Performs routine maintenance and inspection of vehicles, including cleaning and safety checks. Identifies mechanical issues and reports needed repairs or preventive maintenance to the supervisor to ensure vehicles are maintained in a safe and operational condition. Follows all safety procedures, VA safety requirements and state and local traffic laws. Maintains knowledge of applicable regulations and ensures safe transport of cargo at all times. Drivers License: Incumbent possess a State Operator's Permit, Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Medical Certificate endorsement. Licensing information must be clearly stated on your resume or you will not be considered for this position. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 0730-1600 OR 0800-1630. Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD03124O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorize. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job All 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. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/15/2026. 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 Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Without more than normal supervision Work 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The work requires moderate to heavy physical effort, including lifting and moving cargo, climbing in and out of vehicles. The worker must have good coordination, stamina, and vision to safely operate tractor-trailer equipment and handle materials. Working Conditions: The work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to weather conditions, traffic hazards, fumes, noise, and risks associated with loading and unloading cargo. The incumbent is subject to the possibility of large tractor-trailer vehicles and working inactive transportation and loading areas Education Additional Information This is a Bargaining unit position. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
