Motor Vehicle Operator

Full Job Description

The Transportation and Garage Supervisor supervises and coordinates transportation and garage operations for the VA Finger Lakes Healthcare System (VAFHCS), Bath VA Medical Center.

The position reports to the Supervisory Program Specialist (Fleet Manager) and ensures transportation services are provided in a safe, timely, and efficient manner in support of medical center operations.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 02/17/2026.

COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE: A valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 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 valid state-issued Commercial Driver's License.

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: Drive Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Lead or Supervise 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 Requirements/Working Conditions: Work is sedentary; however, it also involves walking, standing, bending and carrying of items including books, supplies and parts and driving motor vehicles.

Travel is required for inspection of maintenance and repair work, accident investigation and visiting customer agencies.

Work is performed in an office setting and frequently in a maintenance shop setting. There is frequent exposure to dirt, grease, noise and machinery.

Incumbent may be required to travel approximately 200miles a day commuting between different facilities. Incumbent may be required to trouble-shoot equipment in remote areas. Major Duties:

Duties include but are not limited to: The incumbent provides day-to-day technical and administrative supervision over transportation and garage employees.

Assigns work, sets priorities, provides instructions, monitors progress, and reviews completed work for compliance with instructions, safety requirements, and established practices.

The supervisor resolves routine operational problems and refers unusual or complex issues to higher-level management.

Maintains time and attendance records, leave requests, and basic personnel documentation.

Participates in employee performance evaluations, recommends training needs, and supports disciplinary or corrective actions in accordance with VA policy.

Plans and schedules work on a daily and weekly basis based on workload requirements, staffing levels, and established priorities.

Adjusts schedules to address absences, emergencies, and changing operational needs.

Provides on-the-job instruction and guidance to employees on proper work methods, safety practices, and use of equipment.

Supervises daily transportation activities including vehicle dispatching through VetRide, routing, scheduling, and coordination of drivers.

Ensures transportation services meet operational needs while complying with VA, Federal, and state regulations governing vehicle operation and driver qualifications.

Ensures required vehicle inspections, trip logs, and usage documentation are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Reviews incident reports and ensures corrective actions are implemented as required.

Supervises garage activities related to basic vehicle servicing, preventive maintenance coordination, inspections, and minor repairs performed by garage staff or contracted services.

Ensures vehicles are maintained in safe operating condition and available to meet transportation requirements.

Maintains service and inspection records and ensures tools, equipment, and supplies used in garage operations are properly accounted for and safely maintained.

Ensures employees follow all applicable VA safety standards, infection control practices, and motor vehicle safety requirements.

Conducts routine spot-checks of work in progress and completed work to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Reports safety hazards and takes corrective action within the scope of authority.

Supports the Veterans Transportation System (VTS) by assisting with daily operations, scheduling coordination, and adherence to established procedures.

Provides operational input to higher-level supervisors or VTS leadership as requested.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD20G84O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized