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Motor Vehicle Operator Lead

Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Health Administration
Veterans Health Administration

Summary

The position is located in the Clement Zablocki Medical Center, Milwaukee WI, a complex level lA facility. The incumbent functions as a Motor Vehicle Operator Leader within the Grounds and Transportation Shop, Operations and Maintenance, Facilities Management Division, accomplishing trades and labor work.

Overview

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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$32.83 - $38.30 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WL 8
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Not required
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
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Announcement number
CAZP-13084321-27-JM
Control number
888603300

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The position is located in the Clement Zablocki Medical Center, Milwaukee WI, a complex level lA facility. The incumbent functions as a Motor Vehicle Operator Leader within the Grounds and Transportation Shop, Operations and Maintenance, Facilities Management Division, accomplishing trades and labor work.


Leader Duties:
As a working leader, the Motor Vehicle Operator Leader is responsible for:

  • Passing on to other workers the instructions received from supervisors and getting work started, e.g., by assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group led.
  • Working along with other workers and setting pace.
  • Demonstrating proper work methods.
  • Assist the supervisor in preparation of estimates and ordering of materials for constructions, maintenance, repair, or improvements to systems and structures through the Medical Center.
  • Seeing to it that needed plans, materials, and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations;
  • Obtaining needed information or decisions from supervisors on problems that come up during the work.
  • Maintaining current knowledge, and answering questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives (for example, technical orders).
  • Seeing that there is enough work to keep everyone in the work crew busy.
  • Checking work while in progress and when finished to see whether the supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines have been met.
  • Urging or advising other workers to follow instructions received from supervisors, and to meet deadlines;
  • Assuring that safety and housekeeping rules are followed (for example, assuring that limits of safe machine operation are not exceeded and that all tools are used properly);
  • Reporting to supervisors on status and progress of work, and causes of work delays;
  • Answering questions from supervisors on overall work operations and problems (for example, concerning additional on-the-job training requirements for individual employees).
  • Help train employees on proper steps in completing work orders and associated tasks.
  • Familiar with all phases of motor pool operations, transportation programs and GSA practices, principles and techniques and be able to apply them effectively in the transportation environment to provide directions to staff.
  • Assisting the Shop Supervisor in coordination of work for the Team. Input is provided to the supervisor on scheduled project work or long-term plans.
  • Assisting the Supervisor in establishing priorities and deadlines based on general work schedules, methods, policies, and code requirements.
  • Coordinating projects and other work activities based on the instructions received from the Supervisor.
  • Informing the Supervisor of the need to effectively and economically use allocated resources, both human and material, or redirect resources, to accommodate emergencies.
  • Utilizing automated computer software for day-to-day operations, such as but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, VISTA, VATAS, AMES/MERs, etc.
  • May fill in for Supervisor and assume leadership over complex projects, often involving multiple trades.


Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm OR an AWS schedule of Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-4 PM with 1st Wednesday of the pay period off and last Friday of the pay period being 7:30 AM-4 PM AND may be required to work, nights, weekends holidays and/or overtime, due to bus schedule and emergencies, and snow removal activities, etc.
Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not available
Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator Lead/PD03022O
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not authorized
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Subject to background/security investigation
  • Pre-employment physical required
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/26/2026.

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:

  • 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 Requirements: Occasionally lifts heavy loads, machinery parts, etc., be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds. The Incumbent is subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments, for example: burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, falls, high heat, high humidity, etc.

Working Conditions: May work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. Requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors.
May be subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the Medical Center, trade related work, various types of infections, electrical shock and/or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. The wear of appropriate & required personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.


NOTE: This position requires a valid State driver's license and Commercial Driver's License, Class B with "P" and air brake endorsements, and Medical Examiner's Certificate

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

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.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

Veterans Health Administration

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans?

Agency contact information

Jasmine Mcneal
Phone
(205) 933-8101 X331824
Email
jasmine.mcneal@va.gov
Address
Clement J Zablocki Veterans Administration Medical Center
5000 West National Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53295
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