Motor Vehicle Operator
What you'd do
About the Position: This position is located at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
Major duties
Operate passenger bus with rated capacity of 21 passengers and above, on scheduled and special long and short trips. Assure maximum capacity regulation is observed and only authorized personnel transported. Maintain control of the vehicle and equipment during medical events ensuring the comfort and safety of medical staff and patients. Observe time schedules and follows prescribed routes. Complete trip tickets and fill out accident reports when applicable in compliance with established polices. Report any misbehavior of passengers. Load and unload the vehicle and may at times require help from other workers. Ensure that the vehicle is not overloaded, and that the cargo is properly protected and secured.
What you need to qualify
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the Experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. WG-07 Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a(n) Motor Vehicle Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. I have the ability to perform normal duties such as: Driver's maintenance in accordance with established regulations and loading and unloading of passengers; Completes vehicle utilization records and driver's accident report when necessary; Works under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress; Reviews completion to make sure they are properly performed. Physical Effort: Drivers at this grade level exert physical efforts in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls in operating, turning, backing, and controlling vehicles which carry heavier loads or larger numbers of people than vehicles at the grade 6 level. Also assist medical personnel with the loading and unloading of patients as necessary. They exert moderate physical effort with frequent handling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and the occasional handling of heavier objects while loading cargo with the assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment. Working Conditions: Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather in a controlled traffic environment throughout a government installation or city and federal highways. Drivers are exposed to dirt and fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving or from falling objects when loading and unloading the vehicle.
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