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Motor Vehicle Operator

Department of Defense
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Defense Health Agency Indo Pacific Region - San Diego Market
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Summary

About the Position: This position is an Motor Vehicle Operator located with Defense Health Agency Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, Facility Management, Oceanside California, approximately 45--50 miles north of San Diego.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
06/17/2025 to 07/01/2025
Salary
$26.50 to - $30.85 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 7
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Camp Pendleton, CA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
HSJG252227760662
Control number
838762400

Duties

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  • Operate vehicles on and off post.
  • Operate passenger vans and parking lot shuttles to pick up and transport ambulatory patients, hospital staff and visitors to facilities from various parking lots and op post facilities.
  • Pick up and deliver a variety of items such as supplies and equipment items.
  • Drive a variety of vehicles assigned to the Directorate of Branch Clinics.
  • Operate motor vehicles that include 36 to 45 passenger buses, 5, 8, 12 and 15 passenger vans; pick-up trucks, sedan, stake and platform trucks, 2- and 5-ton trucks with hydraulic lift gates, and special purpose vehicles.
  • Move items from storage to truck and from truck to destinations on post.
  • May be required to maneuver vehicles over uneven terrain, improved or unimproved roads and through congested areas exercising caution when backing to load or unload at docks, ramps, and similar locations.
  • This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
  • Employees assigned to a medical treatment facility are required to be screened for applicable immunizations or pre-existing immunity based on occupational risk, regardless of job series.

Requirements

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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 requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • This position has mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
  • This position is subject to a pre-employment drug 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 been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 40 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
  • Employees assigned to a medical treatment facility are required to be screened for applicable immunizations or pre-existing immunity based on occupational risk, regardless of job series
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
  • The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Motor Vehicle Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex operation of one or more types of gasoline, diesel or electric powered wheeled vehicles with gross vehicle weight of up to 26,000 pounds. I am skilled in the operation of a service truck/utility vehicle. I am able to safely operate passenger vans and buses. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
  • Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
  • Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Related to Mobile Equipment Operation)
  • Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles)
  • Operation of Motor Vehicles
  • Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order)
  • Physical Effort: Driver exerts moderate physical effort in operating and maneuvering the vehicle in and out of constricted areas including narrow city streets on and near the post and congested hospital and clinic parking lots. May be required to maneuver vehicles over uneven terrain, improved or unimproved roads, and through congested areas exercising caution when backing to load or unload at docks, ramps, and similar locations. Lifting and carrying supplies, materials and equipment weighing up to 40lbs is required. Occasionally, may handle items weighing over 40lbs.
  • Working Conditions: Driver operates vehicles in all types of traffic and weather on public roads and are exposed to danger of serious accidents. Routes are over public roads at controlled speeds to ensure the passengers' safety and comfort. Portions of the route may be driven at highway speeds. The buses are operated under non-emergency and emergency circumstances, such as in a mass casualty event.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

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.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Recruitment incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Relocation incentives WILL NOT be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Advance in Hire may be authorized. This is only available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.
  • Advance Leave Accrual May be Authorized.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. 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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

You may claim Military Spouse preference.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) applicants will receive preference consideration and will be placed (if selected) at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined best qualified, up to and including the full performance level.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants will receive preference consideration at the full-performance grade level only.

Only MSP/PPP applicants currently occupying a formal training program position are entitled to exercise their priority status.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

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