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Motor Vehicle Operator

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Vicksburg Operations Division, River Operations Branch, Plant Unit

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: As a Motor Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for the operation of thermostatically operated refrigeration trucks in transporting perishable and non-perishable food commodities from a central district storage location to river revetment units and vessels.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—This position MAY be eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$25.81 - $30.09 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 8
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time - Seasonal
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel 25% for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
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Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
CEDC-26-13072750-DHA
Control number
886184700

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Duties

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  • Operate a straight-in-line refrigeration truck with a total gross vehicle weight of 50,000 lbs.
  • Load the trucks to ensure items are secure to prevent shifting or falling while in transit, and to minimize the possibility of vehicle sway.
  • Check supplies received to ensure quality and quantity of commodities delivered agree with the order placed with the firm.
  • Maneuver vehicle within close tolerances when driving and backing over specially constructed uneven roads and muddy roads; and onto congested barges.
  • Direct laborers and/or personally loads or unloads truck's cargo and operates a forklift when available.
  • Ensure trucks are properly serviced by having oil changed and having the vehicle greased at approved service stations.
  • Upon delivery, check lists of supplies being delivered, securing delivery receipt signatures.

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position is subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
  • This position requires that the individual selected must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). (You must attach a copy of your license with application.)
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
  • This is a permanent/seasonal position. Incumbent will be placed in non-pay status when work is unavailable.
  • Position is designated as Non-Sensitive-No access is required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

NOTE: This a Permanent/Seasonal position. When work is unavailable, incumbent will be placed in a non-pay status.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision such as, operating motor vehicles which include twelve forward gears and one reverse that are used to transport personnel, equipment, material, and supplies over highways, public roads, and unimproved roadways to, from, and between job sites.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • Physical Effort: Moderate physical effort is required in operation of the vehicle in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Moderate physical effort is frequently required in handling objects weighing up to 60 pounds and the occasional handling of objects weighing over 90 pounds while loading and unloading cargo.
  • Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to work outside and is occasionally exposed to bad weather conditions while loading and unloading vehicles. Drives in all types of traffic and weather and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. Incumbent is subject to cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) 24- Transportation and Distribution Management Career Program position aligned under the Logistics Career Management Directorate.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
  • All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
  • This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date.
  • This a Permanent/Seasonal position. When work is unavailable, incumbent will be placed in a non-pay status.
  • This position requires a Class A Commercial Driver's License(CDL). You MUST submit a copy of your license with your application package or you will be rated ineligible.
  • Position is designated as Non-Sensitive-No access is required.
  • This particular announcement will be utilizing Expedited Referral Process. Your resume will not be reviewed for qualifications until a selection is made.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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This is a Permanant/Seasonal position. Incumbent will be placed in non-pay status when work is unavailable.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
RG-W2R904 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-VICKSBURG
DO NOT MAIL
Vicksburg, MS 39183
US

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