Motor Vehicle Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Texas seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator to operate a variety of motor vehicles to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensure safe loading and cargo securement, and maintain required records.

This full-time role requires a valid CDL, adherence to safety regulations, and strong customer service. You will follow routing instructions, support facility operations, and work a rotating schedule

Qualifications

• Valid CDL required for the WG-08 Motor Vehicle Operator position.
• Evidence of training or experience showing ability to perform the work.
• Experience or training aligned with driving, safety, and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of motor vehicles to transport personnel, equipment, and materials safely and efficiently.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and ensure roadworthiness.
• Load, unload, and secure cargo to prevent shifting or hazards during transport.
• Follow established routes, schedules, and instructions while staying aware of road, traffic, and weather conditions.
• Maintain trip logs, mileage reports, fuel usage, and other required documentation.
• Report vehicle defects or repair needs promptly to ensure timely maintenance.

Skills

Safe vehicle operation

Route safety

Customer service

Record keeping

Tools

CDL (Commercial Driver's License)

Job description

Summary

Operates a variety of motor vehicles to transport personnel - supplies - and equipment. Performs pre- and post-trip inspections - ensures safe loading and securement of cargo - follows safety regulations - and maintains required records. Provides customer service - adheres to routing instructions - and supports facility operations through reliable and efficient transportation services.

Summary

Operates a variety of motor vehicles to transport personnel - supplies - and equipment. Performs pre- and post-trip inspections - ensures safe loading and securement of cargo - follows safety regulations - and maintains required records. Provides customer service - adheres to routing instructions - and supports facility operations through reliable and efficient transportation services.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 11/16/2026. 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. DRIVER'S LICENSE: A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for the WG-08 Motor Vehicle Operator position. 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: Considerable physical effort is required in Heavy lifting - 45 pounds and over - Straight pulling - Use of fingers - Both hands required - Walking (2 hours) - Standing (2 hours) - Kneeling (1 hours) - Repeated bending (1 hours) - Operation of crane - truck - tractor - or motor vehicle - Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously - Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other - Both eyes required - Depth perception - Ability to distinguish basic colors - Hearing (aid may be permitted) - Specific hearing requirements - and Emotional/Mental Stability. Environmental Factors: Incumbent's work is performed in all kinds of weather and temperature changes - Outside and inside - Dust - Fumes - smoke - or gases - Slippery or uneven walking surfaces - Working around machinery with moving parts - Working around moving objects or vehicles - Working closely with others and Working alone.

Duties

• Major Duties and Responsibilities include - but are not limited to: Operating a variety of motor vehicles to transport personnel - equipment - and materials safely and efficiently
• Performing required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with safety standards
• Loading - unloading - and securing cargo to prevent shifting - damage - or safety hazards during transport
• Following established routes - schedules - and instructions while maintaining awareness of road - traffic - and weather conditions
• Maintaining trip logs - mileage reports - fuel usage records - and other required documentation
• Reporting vehicle defects - malfunctions - or repair needs promptly to ensure timely maintenance
• Adhering to all federal - state - and organizational safety regulations - including safe-driving practices and use of protective equipment
• Providing courteous customer service when transporting personnel and coordinating pickup and delivery requirements
• Supporting facility operations by assisting with material handling - movement of supplies - and other transportation-related tasks as assigned
• Work Schedule: Full-time - Monday - Friday - Rotating shifts - weekends - and holidays 5:00 a.m
• - 1:30 p.m
• and 8:00 a.m
• - 4:30 p.m
• Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD01370A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized