Motor Vehicle Operator

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

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator to transport patients and supplies, including on emergency runs, between VA facilities and private sites. The role requires CDL with passenger endorsement, BLS, and ability to handle patients safely.

Schedule is typically Monday–Friday daytime with potential overtime for emergencies. Driver must meet physical demands, follow safety guidelines, and maintain logs and MDC usage.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience with patient transport and loading/unloading.
• Ability to work in varied weather and traffic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Receive work assignments from Transportation Coordinator or Mobility Manager.
• Arrive at pickup and discharge points on schedule.
• Read maps and assess road conditions to determine safe routes.
• Enforce passenger safety and seatbelt use.
• Operate MDC during trips and duties.
• Load/unload patients and medical supplies.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and cleanliness.

Skills

Defensive driving

Patient handling

Safety procedures

Communication with dispatcher

Education

CDL with passenger endorsement

Tools

Mobile Data Computer (MDC)

Job description

Summary

The purpose of Motor Vehicle Operator position is to operate patient transport vehicles - including emergency vehicles - patient transport vans/buses and other types of 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 - 10/01/2026. 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 Reliability And Dependability Without more than normal supervision Work Practices While a specific length of training and experience is not required - your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume. Driver's License Requirement: Must possess a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle. (Please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. You will be required to show your valid driver's license at the time of your interview.) 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: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. 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. 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
• Operates vehicle-mounted specialized equipment (e.g. - wheelchair lifts - patient restraints) and demonstrates proficiency in their safe and effective use
• Maintains communication with dispatch/supervisor using Mobile Data Computer (MDC) and two-way radio per FCC regulations
• records trip information - fuel usage - and maintenance data using electronic and paper logs as required
• Performs routine operator maintenance: checks fluid levels - tire pressure - and overall vehicle safety
• completes inspection checklists and reports any defects or incidents
• Follows all federal - state - local - and VA traffic laws - regulations - and directives
• consistently demonstrates defensive driving techniques and engages emergency privileges appropriately
• Adheres to universal precautions and infection control guidelines
• possesses and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and employs proper patient transfer/lifting techniques
• Participates in ongoing safety training - promptly reports existing or potential safety hazards - and initiates corrective action as appropriate
• Maintains the security and safekeeping of assigned technical equipment - including MDC units - radios - scanners - GPS devices - and mobile phones
• Accurately completes and submits required VA and State accident/incident reports as appropriate
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 08:30am to 5:00pm
• Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/ PD99793S
• Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers
• This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest
• As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care - you will operate in a model with three core elements - seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran
• This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community
• This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.