Clarification from the agency

Area of Consideration: Current, permanent employees of the Madison VA Medical Center, including CBOCs and VCS employees . This does not include temporary, term or intermittent employees. Most recent SF50 (non-award) is required at time of application.

Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Receiving work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures and schedules from either the Maintenance Supervisor - Grounds & Transportation and /or the Fleet 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 passengers 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.
• Determines materials, parts, tools and equipment required to complete repairs for vehicles and grounds equipment
• Cuts grass, prepares soil for planting, clearing, pruning, planting and transporting trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers, etc.
• Functions as general vehicle operator driving station wagons, vans, light and heavy trucks on and off VA property
• Maintains and repairs walks, roads, grounds, stairs and ramps
• Removes ice and snow from roads, walks, stairs, ramps and vehicles
• Manages, cleans, and coordinates the use of government owned vehicles for employees.
• Maintains trip logs, schedules, operation and maintenance records and reports.
• Schedules and oversees vendor service, maintenance and repair for vehicles and grounds equipment
• Inspects equipment and vehicles for safety before use.
• Performs operations type maintenance (cleaning, fueling, oil checks, etc.) on all equipment and vehicles.
• Operates small ground equipment including, mower, string trimmers, brush cutting saws, chain saws, snow removal equipment, etc.
• Moves furniture and equipment, locating and arranging as directed.
• Delivers mail, equipment, lab specimens and supplies to off-site locations.
• Transports consultants to and from the airport and other designated destination
• Possessing Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for the position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working conditions:
Works both indoors and out in all seasons and is subject to hot, cold, and inclement weather. Occasionally exposed to moderate amounts of noise from machinery. As an operator, incumbent will drive in all types of traffic and weather, on and off public roads, and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. The incumbent is subject to cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while operating and there is a change of minor injuries such as bruises, cuts, and scrapes while working as a Gardner.

The incumbent is subject to callbacks for emergency trips and snow removal.

At times the incumbent will be in areas considered contaminated by infectious disease and may have to deal with ill, confused and possibly abusive patients during transport.

DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: 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. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework: Not Eligible
Virtual: This is not a Virtual position
Position Description/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD03731A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• 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).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
• Driver's License: A current and valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement is required for this position.
• Ability to perform the work of a Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision.
• Must have eyesight correctable to 20/20.
• Must have or obtain and maintain valid CPR certification.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 year probationary 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 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, 04/24/2026.

Must possess and maintain valid State Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

You must have the ability to perform the duties of a Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO) without more than normal supervision. This includes, but is not limited to: Skill and knowledge to operate vehicles over a variety of roads, including interstate highways, narrow roads, and on uneven, rough terrain; skilled in handling the controls for starting, stopping, backing, and driving all vehicles and equipment; Skill in manipulating a variety of controls and understanding equipment gauges; skilled in evenly applying fertilizer, in preparing soil mixtures, and in planting seeds and shrubs. Also skills with communication and interpersonal relations, including the ability to appropriately and courteously relates to internal and external customers; Maintenance of confidentiality of patient/employee information, electronic and print; the medical center performance improvement program; and how to work and function in the medical center in a safe manner, including infection control and the correct operation of equipment.

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

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/Working Conditions: The work is primarily sedentary, although some physical effort may be required, e.g., walking, standing, climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, and carrying light items such as manuals or briefcases, or driving or traveling by motor vehicle. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, training rooms, and libraries. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The incumbent must also work outdoors in all types of weather. There may be occasional exposure to moderate risks or discomforts in storage areas or hazardous waste sites. Work requires arm and leg movement to manipulate equipment controls. Work also involves moderate physical effort in operating, turning, backing and controlling vehicles, which carry heavier loads or large number of passengers. Frequent reaching, bending, turning, lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, climbing ladders and carrying heavy tolls, equipment and material over 50lbs is required. The position also requires periods of extended sitting.

The incumbent perfom1S duties as a Motor Vehicle Operator as well as a Gardener. Approximately 75% of the incumbent's efforts will be spent as a Motor Vehicle Operator, and 25% as a Gardener.

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.

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
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to 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
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

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