Motor Vehicle Operator

Full Job Description

Purpose of this position is to operate patient transport vehicles, including emergency vehicles, patient transport vans/buses and other types transport vehicles, capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers, to and from VA Medical Center facilities, private healthcare facilities, and other private sector areas like patient homes, railway, bus stations and airports.

Incumbent drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/13/2026.

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 Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Drive Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability And Dependability Work Practices 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 Effort: Drivers at Grade 6 require greater physical effort to maneuver the longer and heavier vehicles, especially when backing these vehicles.

Ambulance or patient transport vehicle drivers may be required to assist patients into and out of the vehicle, which involves physical exertion and frequent stooping, bending and/or possible lifting.

Working Conditions: Work at this level meets grade 6 because drivers operate vehicles in all types of traffic and weather on public roads (or the equivalent), and are exposed to the danger of serious accidents.

They drive in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems. Major Duties:

Motor Vehicle Operator is under the supervision of the Mobility Manager.

The incumbent receives work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and/or the Mobility Manager.

Drive one or more types of patient transport vehicles, including emergency vehicles, patient transport vans/buses and other types transport vehicles, capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers, to and from VA Medical Center facilities, private healthcare facilities, and other private sector areas like patient homes, railway, bus stations and airports.

Motor Vehicle Operator drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs. Arrives at and departs from pick-up and discharge points at scheduled times.

Driver cannot alter routes unless directed by dispatcher; proceeds only to designated areas or hospital; cooperates in a coordinated, constantly flowing efforts.

Operates the doors to allow passengers to enter and leave the vehicle. Read installation maps and judges road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route.

Provide friendly, polite, and courteous service. Enforce passenger safety and seatbelt use. Check I.D. cards to ensure authorization of passengers as required.

Vehicles are driven over roads and streets through various types of traffic and possible weather conditions.

Vehicles types may include special purpose vehicles equipped with special purpose equipment and levers, buttons, pedals, and control equipment (e.g., wheelchair lifts).

Responsibilities are to safely transport patients in a manner that minimizes disruption to personnel and ensure maximum comfort during travel, prevents shock, ensures freedom of breathing.

Must have a good motor vehicle driving record, and be fully aware of the laws regarding the operation of motor vehicles in the State of Mississippi, Alabama, Florida and Louisiana.

Must have the ability to safely operate a truck of up to 26,000 pounds, possessing the ability to park, turn and backup these vehicles in awkward locations.

Must have the knowledge to operate the hydraulic tailgate lift, and two way radio for communication. A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement is required for the position.

Must successfully complete Basic Life Support training. May be required to drive other type motor vehicles on a non-recurring or incidental basis.

Driver's License: A current, valid state-issued Driver's License is required for this position.

NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package.

If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid state-issued Driver's License.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm ( subject to changed based on agency needs) Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Available Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD03518A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized