The purpose of this position is to operate patient transport vehicles, including emergency vehicles, patient transport vans/buses and other types 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.
Duties include but not limited to: Receiving work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and/or the Mobility Manager. Knows and abides by rules, laws and traffic regulations pertaining to state laws. 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.
Motor Vehicle Operator will follow all applicable and current laws, regulations, VA directives, policies etc. 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.
Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains safe and clean work environment. Possessing Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement is required for the position. Performs other related duties as assigned. DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Rotating Schedule. Work schedule subject to change based on agency needs.
Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator/PD99793S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
tamara.brown5@va.gov · 404-321-6111 X573325
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $26.13 – $30.49/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-22.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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