Motor Vehicle Operator

Motor Vehicle Operator

This position is located in the Veterans Transportation Service, at the VA Central California Health Care System, in Fresno, CA. The incumbent is under the supervision of the Mobility Manager / MVO Supervisor / Transportation Coordinator. The incumbent receives work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures, and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and / or the Mobility Manager. Responsibilities include operating patient transport vehicles, including emergency vehicles, patient transport vans / buses and other types transport vehicles, capable of carrying up to 9 or more passengers, to and from VA Medical Center facilities, private healthcare facilities, and other private sector areas like patient homes, railway, bus stations and airports. Incumbent drives predetermined and / or scheduled routes or special runs.

Major duties and responsibilities include :

• Receiving work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and / or the Mobility Manager.
• Arriving at and departing from pickup and discharge points at scheduled times.
• Reading installation maps and judges road / traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route.
• Enforcing passenger safety and seatbelt use.
• Using multiple variations of Mobile Data Computer (MDC) in and out of the vehicles for assigned trips and duties daily.
• Loading and unloading patients and medical supplies.
• 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 accident / incident reports.
• Using two-way radios (or other device) to maintain communications with dispatcher / supervisor on assignments and locations.
• Possessing Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement is required for the position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 6 : 00am to 4 : 30pm Position Description Title / PD# : Motor Vehicle Operator / PD03078A

Requirements Conditions of Employment :

Qualifications :

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10 / 31 / 2025. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications.

While a specific length of training and experience is not required, your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume.

Driver's License Requirement : Must possess a valid Class C Driver's License.

You will be rated on the following Job Elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position :

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.

Physical Requirements : Work requires reaching, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Incumbent will be required to assist patients with a variety of medical conditions and / or disabilities. Associated duties require stooping, bending, lifting, climbing, and securing patients, oxygen, and wheelchairs with appropriate securing devices. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier. Must follow prescribed safety procedures using appropriate lifting methods and body mechanics for heavy lifting or moving of heavy objects. Must be able to drive for a minimum of a four-hour period and stay mentally alert. If driver realizes they are not mentally alert, they must use good judgment in pulling over at the first safe area, road-checking vehicle with walk-around inspection, and continue driving as soon as possible. Incumbent must pass a VA Physical and adhere to all VA and DOT drug and alcohol testing and guidelines.

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 result 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.

Additional Information :

Receiving Service Credit or 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.