Motor Vehicle Operator Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Hampton, VA seeks a Motor Vehicle Operator Leader to manage the local fleet of approximately 118 vehicles and supervise vehicle operations for staff and patients.

Responsibilities include issuing vehicles, inspecting and scheduling repairs, maintaining fleet records, and documenting activity in FAST, GSA Drive-Thru, and Fed-FMS systems. The role requires physical stamina and safety-focused leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience sufficient in scope and quality to perform the duties.
• Must meet the OPM Federal Wage System standards.
• Screen-out element evaluated first in online questionnaire.

Responsibilities

• Issue vehicles to VAMC staff and schedule inspections.
• Maintain mandatory fleet records and collect receipts.
• Enter data in FAST, GSA Drive-Thru and Fed-FMS.
• Inspect all fleet vehicles daily for damages.
• Operate various vehicles up to 26,000 lbs GVW.
• Provide safety equipment and assist patients with loading.
• Drive on public roads under varied conditions.
• Ensure loads secured and wheelchairs serviced.
• Maintain courtesy with a wide range of people.
• Work schedule: Mon-Fri 6:00am-3:30pm; may require weekends.

Skills

Driving safety

Vehicle inspection

Record keeping

Job description

Summary

The position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - Eastern Region - Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 6) Hampton VA Medical Center - Environmental Management Service - Hampton - Virginia.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 11/06/2026. 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: Clerical Customer Service (Clerical/Technical) Drive Safely Lead or Supervise Physical Strength and Agility Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Operation 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: Exert light physical effort in reaching - bending - turning - or moving hands - arms - feet - and legs to operate hand and foot controls. They exert moderate physical effort in the frequent handling of objects weighing up to 20 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. while loading and offloading cargo. May occasional handle heavier objects while loading/unloading cargo or assisting patients - typically with the assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment. Considerable physical effort may be required to change tires and make limited emergency repairs - such as installing an emergency fan belt or replacing an electrical fuse on open highways. Greater physical effort may be needed when maneuvering the longer and heavier vehicles - especially when backing these vehicles. Patient transport vehicle drivers may be required to assist patients into and out of the vehicle - which involves physical exertion and frequent stooping and bending.

Duties

• During normal working hours - the position is completely responsible for approximately 118 vehicles
• The Motor Vehicle Operator (MVO) Leader is responsible for issuing vehicles to VAMC staff - inspecting vehicles - scheduling state inspections - and car repairs as required
• The MVO Leader will be responsible for mandatory vehicle fleet records and collects credit card receipts
• The MVO Leader enters information in Federal Automotive Statistical Tool (FAST) - Government Service Agency (GSA) Drive-Thru - and Fed-FMS systems
• GSA Drive-Thru interacts within GSA for car records and vehicle replacements
• The MVO Leader inspects all fleet vehicles daily to ensure no damages and will provide required vehicles with First Aide - Infection control and standard safety equipment
• Operates gasoline - and diesel or electric powered vehicles with gross vehicle weight of up to and including 26 -000 lbs
• Operates vehicles on public roads in urban and other areas under with all types of road and pavement conditions
• These vehicles are capable of carrying loads weighing up to and including 1 ton.Operates vehicles to include 14-30 passenger buses - sedans - trucks - and 12 passenger gasoline or electric shuttles to include patient transport vehicles
• These vehicles have up to four (4) forward speeds and up to four (4) driving wheels
• They are equipped with such driving controls as gear shift lever - brake pedal - accelerator and clutch (when the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission) and levels for supplying power to the driving wheels
• Operates buses and other vehicles with air brakes
• Buses are operated occasionally contingent upon activities scheduled by other services and not on a regular and recurring basis
• More regular use of the buses occurs during the months of less inclement seasons (e.g. - Spring - Summer - and Fall)
• Drivers must also operate wheelchair lifts - as well as provide instructional training to staff on operation - function - security - and safety of the lifts
• Loads and unloads the vehicle by hand - sometimes requiring help from other workers
• Ensures that vehicle is not overloaded and that the cargo is protected from weather and secured to prevent falling off the vehicle
• Performs operator maintenance on vehicles
• Loads - secures - transports - and unloads wheelchair occupants
• Uses office computer systems and software applications to input data - retrieve information - update records and print documents
• Interacts in a courteous and respectful manner with a wide variety of people on a regular basis
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license - Class B and a Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• Must complete and pass the Physical Fitness Inquiry for Motor Vehicle Operators
• Successful completion of appropriate recurring training courses is use of GSA vehicles and defensive driving
• Performs other directly related duties as assigned
• Work Schedule: Monday- Friday - 6:00am -3:30pm
• Must have the flexibility to work outside the normal tour of duty which may include weekends and holidays
• Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator Leader/PD590-029180