Motor Vehicle Operator Leader
What you'd do
The primary purpose of this position is to function as primary dispatcher and lead the motor vehicle operators in the performance of their duties. The incumbent exercises the day-to-day leadership of the shop's activities and provides guidance and direction to workers, assuring that assignments are properly carried out, in a timely, safe and professional manner.
Major duties
Plans daily, weekly and monthly work schedules sequences of operation and maintenance for subordinates. Establishes deadlines and priorities on the basis of general work schedules, methods and polices. Determines the number and types of employees required to do the required task, and the availability of the personnel, materials and equipment required. Transports ambulatory patients, employees, medical records, mail and lab specimens. Maintains, prepares and submits schedules, production reports, records and summaries as required in various databases. Inspects motor vehicles for physical damage, condition of windshield wipers, tires, batteries, fluid levels, lights, belts, horn, brakes, accident reporting kits, fire extinguishers and tools on a regular basis and takes corrective action on deficient items. Accountable to the Transportation Foreman for quality and quantity of work performed by shop members. Work Schedule: 0730-1600 or 0800-1630 (Mon - Fri) Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator Leader/PD02866O Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
What you need to qualify
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/03/2026. 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 potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Related to Mobile Equipment Operation) Ability to Lead or Supervise Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles) Operation of Motor Vehicles Reliability and Dependability Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) 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/Working Conditions: Moderate lifting/carrying (15-44lbs), periods of pushing, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, reaching above shoulders, repeated bending, and climbing. Use of legs, fingers/hands, eyes, and ears are required. The ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, distinguish colors/shades, and the operation of crane, tractor, or motor vehicle may be required. Far vision correctable in one eye is also a requirement. Environmental Factors: Work is typically performed in a motor vehicle and office setting. Incumbent may be exposed to safety hazards when walking through the Engineering compound area and must exercise caution and use required safety equipment when entering hazardous areas. The incumbent may be exposed to hazards of shop, tripping, falling, burns, dust, fluids, chemicals and a variety of diseases. Can be exposed to cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving or from falling objects when loading and unloading the vehicle. Drivers operate vehicles in all types of traffic and weather on public roads (or equivalent) and are exposed to the danger of serious accidents. They drive I heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems.
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