Motor Vehicle Operator

About the role

The Motor Vehicle Operator is a vital member of the Transportation Section within Facilities Engineering Service. The incumbent safely transports patients, caregivers, employees, supplies, medications, and personal belongings between Coatesville VA Medical Center campuses and destinations throughout the tri-state area. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the position supports efficient operations and quality service for Veterans. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/22/2026. 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 Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability And Dependability Without more than normal supervision Work Practices Preferred Experience: Applicants possessing a School Bus endorsement, in addition to the required endorsements, are preferred. 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: You may be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of examination. Working Conditions: The incumbent works primarily outdoors and operates vehicles in all weather and traffic conditions on government property and public roadways. The position involves exposure to heavy traffic, adverse road conditions, dust, fumes, and the risk of vehicle accidents. Incumbents may encounter communicable diseases while transporting patients and are required to use appropriate personal protective equipment. The work also presents a risk of injury when assisting or repositioning patients, particularly those who are non-compliant with verbal instructions.

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