Motor Vehicle Operator

The Building People; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People in Washington, DC is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO) to provide safe and reliable transportation for senior federal executives. You will operate various vehicles, ensuring punctuality and excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of professional driving experience, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record. Responsibilities include routine vehicle maintenance and responding to executive transportation needs at all hours.

Qualifications

• At least five years of professional driving experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor vehicles on scheduled or special runs.
• Verify passengers against manifests and complete paperwork.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance checks on vehicles.
• Support executive transportation needs as required.

Skills

Professional driving experience

Ability to operate large vehicles

Vigilance in traffic and weather conditions

Physical fitness for driving tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Overview

Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO) in Washington, DC Metro area provides safe, reliable transportation for senior federal executives. The MVO operates buses, trucks, vans, and shuttle vans on scheduled or special runs between government facilities without direct supervision, ensuring punctuality and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor vehicles of various types and classes on scheduled or special runs between government facilities.
• Verify passengers against manifests and complete all required paperwork, including trip tickets, fuel dispensing records, and incident reports.
• Adhere to all state, local, and installation traffic laws and ordinances, maneuver vehicles in and out of constricted areas, narrow city streets, and congested parking lots.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on assigned vehicles and carry out first‑echelon maintenance tasks such as changing tires, installing an emergency fan belt, or replacing an electrical fuse.
• Maintain a professional appearance and courteous demeanor at all times, responding promptly to incidents, accidents, and changes in travel plans.
• Support executive transportation needs during and outside of standard business hours as required.

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and at least five years of professional driving experience.
• Ability to safely operate large vehicles, including buses, on diverse road conditions, navigating sharp corners and confined spaces.
• Vigilance and alertness to cope with adverse traffic and weather conditions.
• Physical fitness to perform driving tasks and, when necessary, light to moderate physical effort, including handling objects exceeding 50 pounds and vehicle‑maintenance tasks.
• Must obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Level 3) security clearance.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Professional chauffeur or executive transportation driver background.
• Experience transporting senior government officials or federal executives.
• Familiarity with Washington, DC Metro area road network and government facility access protocols.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Preferred Education

• Completion of a professional driving, transportation, or automotive technology program.
• Formal training in vehicle operations, defensive driving, or fleet maintenance.

Security Clearance

Background screening and clearance directly from the Government may be required. Background check completion is a condition of continued employment.

Benefits

• Medical & Rx coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Building People, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. View the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement for more information.