Motor Vehicle Operator

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: As a Motor Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for the operation of thermostatically operated refrigeration trucks in transporting perishable and non-perishable food commodities from a central district storage location to river revetment units and vessels. Operate a straight-in-line refrigeration truck with a total gross vehicle weight of 50,000 lbs. Load the trucks to ensure items are secure to prevent shifting or falling while in transit, and to minimize the possibility of vehicle sway. Check supplies received to ensure quality and quantity of commodities delivered agree with the order placed with the firm. Maneuver vehicle within close tolerances when driving and backing over specially constructed uneven roads and muddy roads; and onto congested barges. Direct laborers and/or personally loads or unloads truck's cargo and operates a forklift when available. Ensure trucks are properly serviced by having oil changed and having the vehicle greased at approved service stations. Upon delivery, check lists of supplies being delivered, securing delivery receipt signatures. Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. NOTE: This a Permanent/Seasonal position. When work is unavailable, incumbent will be placed in a non-pay status. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision such as, operating motor vehicles which include twelve forward gears and one reverse that are used to transport personnel, equipment, material, and supplies over highways, public roads, and unimproved roadways to, from, and between job sites.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Moderate physical effort is required in operation of the vehicle in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Moderate physical effort is frequently required in handling objects weighing up to 60 pounds and the occasional handling of objects weighing over 90 pounds while loading and unloading cargo. Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to work outside and is occasionally exposed to bad weather conditions while loading and unloading vehicles. Drives in all types of traffic and weather and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. Incumbent is subject to cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving.