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MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR

Bureau of Naval Personnel

Department of the Navy

Fresh

Salary

$31.20 - $36.24

per hour

Closes

January 20, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves driving coach buses to transport passengers on set routes at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, while also handling basic upkeep like checking fluids and cleaning the vehicles.

It's a hands-on role under close supervision, perfect for someone with reliable driving experience who enjoys working with heavy vehicles and staying organized.

A good fit would be a detail-oriented person comfortable with routine maintenance and following safety protocols.

Key Requirements

  • Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger (P) endorsement
  • Experience operating coach buses with GVW over 26,000 pounds for 26-56 passengers
  • Ability to perform operator maintenance, including monitoring fluid levels, replacing filters and lights, checking tire pressure and hoses
  • Skills in washing vehicles inside and outside
  • Familiarity with using predetermined routes
  • Work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee
  • Demonstrated quality of knowledge, skills, and abilities through experience and training per OPM standards

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Motor Vehicle Operator in the Transportation Department of NAVAL ACADEMY.

This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates (in addition to the qualifications/screen out element listed below).

The selective placement factor is: A valid Class A OR Class B Commercial License (CDL) with a passenger (P) endorsement.

YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN BEING INELIGIBLE.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Operating coach buses with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) above 26,000 pounds, specifically 26-56 passenger; 2) Performing operator maintenance on all vehicles operated (e.g., monitoring fluid levels, replacing air filters and interior lights, checking tire pressure and hose connections, and washing the vehicle both inside and outside); 3) Using predetermined routes.

Working under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5700 This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates (in addition to the qualifications/screen out element listed below).

The selective placement factor is: A valid Class A OR Class B Commercial License (CDL) with a passenger (P) endorsement.

YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN BEING INELIGIBLE.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Operating coach buses with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) above 26,000 pounds, specifically 26-56 passenger; 2) Performing operator maintenance on all vehicles operated (e.g., monitoring fluid levels, replacing air filters and interior lights, checking tire pressure and hose connections, and washing the vehicle both inside and outside); 3) Using predetermined routes.

Working under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5700 Major Duties:

  • You will need to have experience driving Motor Coach Buses to qualify for this position. You will primarily be driving 26-56 passenger Motor Coaches, though you may also drive different sizes of passenger buses to transport passengers.
  • You will load and arrange cargo into vehicle using techniques and equipment (e.g., chains, binders, straps, tie-downs) for safe transit.
  • You will interpret instructions or specifications related to bus operations, preventive maintenance, and passenger safety.
  • You will frequently operate a smart phone and computer as part of your daily duties, meaning you must be familiar with and able to use cell phones, email, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.
  • You will wear a uniform at all times while in a duty status or as otherwise directed, in accordance with a uniform instruction.
  • You will be responsible for qualifying for and maintaining a Government Travel Credit Card in accordance with all regulations, policies, and procedures while in this position.
  • You will be required to perform pre/post-trip inspections including preventative maintenance of vehicles by checking battery, maintaining water, oil, and fuel levels, pressure in tires, lights and changing flat tires, tightening loose hoses, etc.
  • You will be required to perform pre/post-trip cleaning details to include exterior (body and tires) and interior (floors, windows, lavatory, etc.) washing, trash removal, lavatory disposal, etc. as well as fuel and fluid replacement, as necessary.
  • You will be responsible for qualifying for and maintaining a Government Travel Credit Card TCC in accordance with all regulations, policies, and procedures while in this position.
  • You will perform other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/16/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DE-12865258-26-MEL