Motor Vehicle Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator to transport patients and dependents between VA Medical Center facilities, private healthcare facilities, and other related locations.

You will drive scheduled routes and emergency transports, ensuring safety and on-time performance for patient care activities. This role requires a valid CDL with passenger endorsement, the ability to assist with patient handling, and adherence to all traffic and safety regulations while

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Class B driver’s license with Passenger endorsement.
• Ability to assist with loading/unloading patients and supplies.
• Demonstrated safe driving record and ability to follow route instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive work assignments from Transportation Coordinator or Mobility Manager.
• Arrive at pickup/discharge points on schedule and maintain timely operations.
• Read maps and assess traffic conditions to choose safe routes.
• Enforce passenger safety and seatbelt use.
• Operate MDCs for trips and duties during shifts.
• Load/unload patients and medical supplies with care.
• Perform routine vehicle checks and basic maintenance tasks.
• Maintain records of inspections and incidents.
• Communicate with dispatcher via radio or devices.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Route planning

Vehicle inspection

Communication

Tools

Mobile Data Computer (MDC)

Job description

Summary

The purpose of this position is to operate patient transport vehicles - including emergency vehicles - patient transport vans/buses and other types transport vehicles - capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers - to and from VA Medical Center facilities - private healthcare facilities - and other private sector areas like patient homes - railway - bus stations and airports. Incumbent drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs.

Summary

The purpose of this position is to operate patient transport vehicles - including emergency vehicles - patient transport vans/buses and other types transport vehicles - capable of carrying up to 8 or more passengers - to and from VA Medical Center facilities - private healthcare facilities - and other private sector areas like patient homes - railway - bus stations and airports. Incumbent drives predetermined and/or scheduled routes or special runs.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 09/28/2026. 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. -AND- This position includes Selective Placement Factors (SPF). SPF's are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration. Selective Placement Factors (SPF): Possess a valid Commercial Class B state driver's license with Passenger and Air-Brakes endorsement. Please do not upload a picture copy of your license with your application materials. If selected for an interview - you may be asked for a copy of your license at that time. 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 Reliability And Dependability Without more than normal supervision 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: Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather. Drivers are exposed to dirt - fumes - and to the possibility of cuts - bruises - and broken bones as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle. Must have ability to drive in rural areas - very congested Metropolitan traffic and/or construction zones. Must safely handle patients - both stretcher and wheelchair - in loading and unloading from vans and buses. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours - which may include evenings - weekends - and/or holidays. Shift work may be required. May be required to work overtime after normal working hours providing it is an emergency or their services are needed to transport patients.

Duties

• Major duties and responsibilities include: Receiving work assignments and direction regarding work methods - procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and/or the Mobility Manager


• Arriving at and departing from pickup and discharge points at scheduled times


• Reading installation maps and judges road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route


• Enforcing passenger safety and seatbelt use


• Using multiple variations of Mobile Data Computer (MDC) in and out of the vehicles for assigned trips and duties daily


• Loading and unloading patients and medical supplies


• Performing operator maintenance such as checking fluid levels and air pressure in tires - cleaning and washing of vehicles - and performing inspection checklists to ensure safe and proper operation


• Maintaining records and document actions - such as operator inspection checklists/forms and accident/incident reports


• Using two-way radios (or other device) to maintain communications with dispatcher/supervisor on assignments and locations


• Possessing Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement is required for the position


• Performs other related duties as assigned


• DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: 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


• Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received


• Work Schedule: Intermittent - Monday - Friday - Rotating Schedule Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Position Description/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD99793S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized