Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"

1. Drives tractor trailers and/or other vehicles typically having a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of more than 32,000 pounds.
2. Operates one or more electric, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), or diesel powered fork lift trucks.
3. Drives one or more types of passenger buses which carry 16 or more passengers.
4. Performs operator maintenance.
5. Maintains records and documents actions.
6. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Selectee may be expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
• This position requires a physical/medical examination. The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: Physical effort is moderate to heavy.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• Incumbent must possess or have the capability to acquire a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and any required endorsements within 12 months of assignment. This requirement is a condition of employment.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• Licensing of federal civilian employees in overseas areas will be governed by Status of Forces Agreements and/or host nation requirements.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is Ability to do the work of a Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Operation of Motor Vehicles
2. Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)
3. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
4. Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
5. Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
6. Reliability and Dependability as a MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (FORK LIFT OPERATOR)

This is an open continuous announcement and will be used to fill vacancies as openings occur. To receive consideration for vacancies, applicants must submit complete applications prior to the established cut-off date(s). Application initial cut-off date is 10-Sep-2024, applications received after this date will be considered only if needed for future vacancies. You are encouraged to apply as early as possible. This announcement will remain open until the closing date indicated; however, those who apply after the cut-off date will be considered for referral to the hiring manager only if no selection is made from the initial group or if additional vacancies occur and the initial referral list yielded an insufficient number of candidates. If you make corrections and resubmit your application, the date the application is last submitted will be used to determine those who are considered to have met the cut-off date.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.


BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements.


The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

All Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) applicants must complete the assessment questionnaire in its entirety or it will result in an ineligible rating. Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, may be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.