Motor Vehicle Operator (Seasonal)

Full Job Description

These positions are located within National Capital Parks - East. Positions are located in Suitland, MD and Greenbelt, MD. Duty stations will be negotiated upon selection.

The primary purpose of the position is to operate one or more motor vehicles. Open to the first 100 applicants or until 02/27/2026 whichever comes first.

All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.

(related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean and in order) Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration.

In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job.

Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.

Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

Selective Placement Factor (SCREEN OUT): You must possess and maintain a current Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver's License with air break endorsement.

AND; You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.

Volunteer Experience: 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).

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. Major Duties:

The major duties of the position Motor Vehicle Operator include, but are not limited to, the following: Operate motor vehicles including platform trucks, van trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks, specialty pumping equipment and trash.

Drive vehicles over public roads at highway speeds to transport passengers, supplies, materials or equipment and tools or to tow equipment throughout rural and urban areas.

Operate vehicles over rough terrain, in close quarters and in heavy traffic on both long and short hauls.

Perform routine preventative maintenance such as checking and adding fluids to bring to proper levels, checking air pressure and adding when required.

Perform semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance, repair and janitorial work in and on various unit buildings.