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Summary This position is located within Facilities Management Service (FMS) at the VA Vancouver Campus, Vancouver, WA. This position transports laundry, general cargo, and a variety of specialize medical equipment between the Divisions, other Federal agencies, and locations throughout the region. Responsibilities The incumbent operates vehicles more than five tons, with five axles coupled with a fifth wheel to a trailer/trailers 28-53 feet in length. The truck-tractor is equipped with air brake connection to the trailers. While the G.V.W. is 80,000 lbs., the typical run is 52,000 G.V.W. The incumbent will be required to drive a 44-passenger bus as needed. Major duties include, but are not limited to; This position requires a Class A Commercial Driver's License with the following endorsements: Combination doubles and triples, air brakes, passenger, hazardous material and commercial general skills. The operator receives orders from the Operations Supervisor. Is responsible for the proper loading, securing, and weight distribution of cargo. Is responsible for determining appropriate route for oversized vehicles considering the condition and load limits of roads and bridges, scheduling weigh points, and assessing traffic conditions. Is responsible for timely and accurate completion of the Interstate Drivers' Commercial Log as required by the Department of Transportation. Driver works alone, using established schedules and set procedures and· is required to be always on schedule. The motor vehicle operator is responsible for the safety of all passengers in the bus being operated. The operator is required to instruct all passengers in posted rules for riding in the bus being operated. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 04:00am to 12:30pm (PST) Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD217370 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Commercial Driver's License Requirement: Applicants must possess a valid, unrestricted State Class A Commercial driver's license, with the following endorsements: Combination Doubles and Triples, Air Brakes, Passenger, Hazardous Material and Commercial general skills, have a safe driving record, and demonstrate that he or she is medically qualified to operate the appropriate motor vehicle safely. Applicants are required to pass agency Government Vehicle Drivers physical examination. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your driver's license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you may be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued commercial driver's license. 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 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required 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. A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-Class A) with the following endorsements: Combination doubles and triples, air brakes, passenger, hazardous material and commercial general skills. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/17/2025. 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, The Ability to do the work of Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision, Examples of work include: Operation of vehicles with Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR) of 80,000 pounds with the following endorsements that are also required: Combination doubles and triples, air brakes, passenger, hazardous material, and commercial general skills. Must be knowledgeable with combination system including coupling mechanism, air supply control, and braking components. (S-cam-wedge-disc spring). Must be knowledgeable with the Federal Hazardous Materials Table and the instruction for their safe transport. Must be knowledgeable with multi-speed rear axles, auxiliary transmission, and weight balance relative to the steering axle. Must have a thorough understanding of commercial heights, widths, weight, and length regulations. Since these vehicles are oversized and have limited maneuverability, greater skill and knowledge is required of this driver in the evaluation of condition and limits of roads and assessing traffic hazards. Position requires expert knowledge in load distribution and securing of loads and maneuvering large truck-trailer combination in confined areas that are congested with other traffic. Operator must be skilled with dual brake system and forward gear ratios when operating on steep downhill grades. Your experience must be detailed in your resume to receive credit. 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 Supervision Drive Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Reliability And Dependability 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: This position requires strenuous, heavy lifting. Operator must lift and stack heavy boxes of supplies and push and secure large heavy carts filled with linen. Must lift-push-pull various special medical machines. Operator climbs onto tractor to connect service lines and lower landing gear. Subject to continuous reaching, bending, and turning. Working Conditions: Working conditions for this position are hazardous. Operator must drive on steep terrain during periods of hazardous weather. Vehicles operated vibrate and jerk. Operator is subjected to stress of driving oversized vehicles for prolonged periods of time in congested traffic with limited maneuverability. Driver is exposed to vehicle exhaust and loud engine noise. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. 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.