Motor Vehicle Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Mather (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator to provide non-emergency transportation for Veterans, spouses, and caregivers within the VA Northern California Health Care System and surrounding clinics.

The role requires safe operation of patient transport vehicles, adherence to safety protocols, and reliable communication with dispatchers. Responsibilities include transporting Veterans, performing routine vehicle checks, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Qualifications include demonstrating safe driving and reliable service.
• Ability to operate vehicles and follow safety procedures.
• Experience with assisting patients and handling sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-emergency transportation for Veterans, spouses, and caregivers.
• Operate passenger vehicles on public roads under various conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and light vehicle checks.
• Ensure safety rules and regulations are followed and passengers are secured.
• Maintain records of inspections and incidents.
• Communicate with dispatcher to coordinate routes and timing.

Skills

Safe driving

Reliability

Situational awareness

Customer service

Tools

Two-way radio

Vehicle maintenance checks

Job description

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide transportation services to Veterans - their spouses and caregivers who live in rural are of the VA Northern California Health Care System and surrounding satellite clinics catchment areas. The Motor Vehicle Operator performs work in direct support of the Transportation Section - within the Supply Chain Management in the VA Northern California Health Care Systems under direct supervision of the Transportation Supervisor.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide transportation services to Veterans - their spouses and caregivers who live in rural are of the VA Northern California Health Care System and surrounding satellite clinics catchment areas. The Motor Vehicle Operator performs work in direct support of the Transportation Section - within the Supply Chain Management in the VA Northern California Health Care Systems under direct supervision of the Transportation Supervisor.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 11/17/2026. 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 eligible is then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Drive Safely Motor Vehicles Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) 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: Work requires reaching - turning - or moving hands - arms - feet - and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Incumbent will be required to assist patients with a variety of medical conditions and/or disabilities. Associated duties require stooping - bending - lifting - climbing - and securing patients - oxygen - and wheelchairs with appropriate securing devices. Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier. Must follow prescribed safety procedures using appropriate lifting methods and body mechanics for heavy lifting or moving of heavy objects. Must be able to drive for a minimum of a four-hour period and stay mentally alert. If driver realizes they are not mentally alert - they must use good judgment in pulling over at the first safe area - road- checking vehicle with walk-around inspection - and continue driving as soon as possible. Incumbent must pass a VA Physical and adhere to all VA and DOT drug and alcohol testing and guidelines.

Duties

• Major duties include but are not limited to: Provides non-emergency - safe transportation for veterans and cargo from one location not another such as from clinic to a hospital over predetermined routes and arrives and departs from pick up and discharge points at scheduled times: ensures passengers - materials and equipment are properly located and secured and protected from weather and that the vehicle is not loaded beyond capacity
• Operates passenger vehicles to transport passengers over public roads and highways
• Vehicles are driven in urban and rural areas of Federal - state and county roads and city streets in all traffic conditions
• Operates and provides preventive maintenance for patient transport vehicles
• Ensures the passenger safety rules and regulations are followed
• Incumbent is the first contact with the Veterans and is responsible for making the first positive impression
• Incumbent interacts in a courteous and respectful manner with a wide variety of people each day
• Incumbent is responsible to ensure only Veterans - and their approved caregivers are transported to the Medical Center or satellite clinics and returned to their respective pick-up locations
• Motor Vehicle Operator will follow all applicable and current laws - regulations - and VA directives
• Policies etc
• Perform operator maintenance such as checking fluid levels and are pressure in tires - cleaning and washing of vehicles and performing inspection checklists to ensure safe and proper operation
• Maintain records and document actions - such as operator inspection checklist/forms and accident/incident reports
• Use two-way radio (or other devise) to maintain communications with dispatcher/supervisor on assignments and locations - in accordance with FCC rules and regulations
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment
• Uses and assure proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday-Friday - 7:30am-4:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Position Description/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD11781A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required