Clarification from the agency

Special authorities include: Former overseas employees and foreign service employees. Clarification for these authorities is provided in the questionnaire. - First AOC (Area of Consideration) is Facility employees - Second AOC is VA Agency - Third AOC are all other eligible applicants

Major duties include but are not limited to:

This staff member is employed in the Nutrition & Food Service Department. This position combines the duties of a Motor Vehicle Operator with those of a Food Service Worker. In addition to performing the tasks of delivering food to various locations throughout campus, this position also performs various food production and cleaning tasks. The incumbent works under the direction of the Food Service Worker Supervisors.

Motor Vehicle Operator: This staff member is employed in the Nutrition & Food Service Department. This position combines the duties of a Motor Vehicle Operator with those of a Food Service Worker. In addition to performing the tasks of delivering food to various locations throughout campus, this position also performs various food production and cleaning tasks. The incumbent works under the direction of the Food Service Worker Supervisors.

The Motor Vehicle Operator is responsible for performing maintenance, such as checking fluid levels and air pressure in tires, re-fueling and cleaning of the vehicle. A two-way radio to may be utilized to receive and transmit messages. The incumbent is also responsible for completing and maintaining competencies on the use/maintenance of the vehicle and lift gate.

Food Service Worker: The incumbent is expected to do tasks with many steps or a sequence of tasks in the food production and food service areas. These include preparation and portioning of foods, mixing liquids to prescribed thickness, following restricted diet guidelines in the assembly of meals and nourishments, tray delivery, supplying and rotating stock, dishwashing and general cleaning.

Although established procedures are followed, continuous attention is required in the application of diet restrictions, proper food handling techniques, use of chemicals and the safe operation of food service equipment.

The Food Service Worker prepares uncooked items such as sandwiches, salads, spreads and salad dressings. Beverages are also prepared according to diet guidelines for therapeutic consistency. In addition, this position provides assistance to cooks by weighing, measuring and assembling ingredients according to standardized recipes. The incumbent places correct food items on hospital trays by accurately reading menus and diet cards within allotted time frames. This position is responsible for the assembly and disassembly of tray line serving stations, including preparation of equipment for hot and cold items and sanitizing of surfaces when meal service is completed. Provides assistance to cooks in food preparation area by weighing, measuring and assembling ingredients according to standardized recipes.

The Food Service worker also interacts with Veterans, delivering foods to inpatient wards and directly into patient rooms. Timely service is required to maintain food quality and temperature. The incumbent observes food safety, sanitation, and HIPPA guidelines when transporting food items. This employee properly identifies patients utilizing 2 identifiers prior to distributing trays.


Work Schedule: Tuesday & Wednesday, 10:00 am - 6:30 pm, Thursday - Saturday 6:00am - 2:30pm.PST
Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD30482A
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

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/trial period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 03/02/2026.

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 ability to do the work of a Motor Vehicle Operator/Food Service Worker without more than normal supervision. Examples includes Screen Out Element: Knowledge of the proper operation of the vehicle and lift gate. In addition, they must have the ability to manipulate the controls for starting, stopping, backing and driving the vehicle. Knowledge of vehicle dimensions and traffic regulations are required to operate the vehicle safely. The position requires knowledge and skill to properly load, arrange and secure carts to prevent damage to the carts or their contents. The incumbent must be able to read and understand installation maps, operator's manual for their assigned vehicle and lift gate, as well as facility policies. The Motor Vehicle Operator is required to apply this information in various driving situations. This position must have the knowledge and ability to conduct vehicle inspections and identify developing maintenance issues, communicating vehicle issues promptly to the supervisor. Skill to organize assignments into logical sequence, execute tasks accurately and efficiently and meet strict meal schedules. They must have knowledge of food terminology, measurements and serving information in standardized recipes for regular or modified menus. They have a thorough understanding of proper food service procedures and the skill to train lower grade employees in these procedures. knowledge of food safety and sanitation and the ability to apply these principles when preparing, storing and delivering food. They adhere to FDA food code and other policies and procedures to prevent food borne illness or transmission of disease. An understanding of the appropriate foods to serve for therapeutic diets (for example calorie, carbohydrate, fat or sodium controlled, texture modified, dysphagia or thickened liquids) and be able to identify discrepancies between prescribed diets and the printed menus.

Preferred Experience: 3 years of working in a customer service setting and 1 year driving motor vehicle experience.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SCREEN-OUT): A Selective Placement Factor (SPF) has been identified for this position. Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF(s) are ineligible for further consideration. The SPF for this position is:

• Current, valid state-issued Driver's License.

NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you may be required to provide a copy of your current, valid state-issued Driver's License.

The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:

• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)
• Motor Vehicles
• Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
• Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Without more than normal supervision
• 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: 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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Resume Reminder: Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:

• Job title
• Duties (be as detailed as possible)
• Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
• Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
• Salary/Rank etc.
• Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
• References, current or recent supervisor

Do not include the following types of information in your resume:

• Classified or Government sensitive information
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Photos of yourself
• Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.

Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses.

Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Resume

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information.

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (Schedule A)
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• PCS Orders
• Performance Appraisal
• Professional Certification
• Proof of Marriage Status
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):

• Most recent SF-50 if you are a current or former Federal employee
• An SF-50 showing your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade
• Award 50's do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted for the purpose of verifying time-in-grade.
• Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
  • Within grade increases at the highest grade held; or
  • Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
  • SF-50's at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old.

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

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