Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is ability to do the work of a WG-5703 MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR more than normal without supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of and skill in operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a GVW of up to 10,000 pounds, such as pickup trucks. step vans, sedans, crew cab pickup trucks, station wagons, etc. Knowledge of cargo bamfliu3 and hauling and techniques for safeguarding and protecting cargo.
2. Knowledge of traffic and. safety regulations, practices, and procedures pertaining to motor vehicle operation.
3. Ability to operate a forklift. Ability to judge road/traffic conditions and read road maps to determine the shortest and safest route. Ability to interpret instruction. specifications, etc., related to operation, loading and unloading, and preventive maintenance oft motor vehicles.
4. Reliability and dependability to meet pickup and delivery deadlines and schedules.
5. Knowledge of passenger safety rules including those regarding the use of seatbelts.
6. Ability to communicate orally, and be courteous and responsive to the needs of the passengers.
Physical Effort
Physical effort ls moderate. Work requires, reaching, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Associated duties require stooping, bending. and climbing. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 30 pounds and heavier objects with assistance or use of a forklift.
Working Conditions
Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds or traffic and weather conditions on public roads, and are exposed to the danger of serious accidents. They drive in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems, Subject to excess heat and dry atmospheric conditions. Drivers arc exposed to dust, dirt, fumes, ;m to the possibility of cuts and bruises as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Benefits
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