Motor Vehicle Operator

Job TitleMajor duties and responsibilities include:Operates gasoline- or diesel-powered vehicles which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight up to 26,000 pounds. Types of vehicles operated include, but are not limited to, dump trucks up to 10 tons, pickup trucks, box trucks, passenger vans, cargo vans, shuttle buses, sedans/station wagons, buses/motor coaches with a capacity of up to 52 passengers and a gross vehicle weight of up to 54,000 pounds. Included are special-purpose vehicles equipped with a power takeoff and levers, buttons, pedals, and other controls used to operate auxiliary equipment.Operates a wide range of vehicles throughout the Wilmington VA Medical Center (VAMC) campus, from compact sedans and minivans to heavy trucks, para-transit vehicles, and specialty vehicles, in support of facility operations.Operates, stages, and repositions assigned vehicles and equipment to support Facilities Management Service activities, Fleet Management requirements, emergency management operations, maintenance activities, logistical support, and other medical center operational requirements.Transports materials, equipment, supplies, support staff, and passengers on trips and other events required by the medical center.Provides non-emergent, safe transportation for nursing home residents and Veterans, as well as accompanying support staff, during scheduled weekly trips outside the facility. These assignments may involve Veterans, including both ambulatory and non-ambulatory passengers, along with support staff.Safely operates the assigned vehicle and assists with the coordination of motor-pool scheduling and daily trips to ensure transportation requirements are met.Transports lab specimens between the Wilmington VAMC, Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), and the Philadelphia VAMC, as required.Works as an integral part of the facility snow removal team during winter months operating snow removal equipment to include but not limited to snow plows and salt trucks, 10 ton dump trucks, and tractors.Performs operator maintenance on all vehicles operated (e.g., monitoring fluid levels, replacing air filters and interior lights, checking tire pressure and hose connections, safety belts and washing the vehicle).Operates grounds maintenance equipment such as but not limited to tractors, street sweepers, self-propelled mowers when needed by the facility.Performs other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pmRecruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorizedCritical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved 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.