Summary See QUALIFICATIONS for important information about this position. YOUR RESUME MUST SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS THE SCREEN OUT AND JOB ELEMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. Operates large trucks, up to and including 17-1/2 ton capacity and up to 45-passenger buses, for the transportation of personnel, supplies, mail and equipment between Baltimore and Washington DC offices and other destinations as requested; performs additional duties as required. See DUTIES for additional responsibilities of this position. Responsibilities Must be able to perform work without more than normal supervision. Operates large trucks with a capacity of 4 tons and over for the transportation of supplies and equipment between numerous points in the general Baltimore Washington area, and occasionally to other destinations in or out of state as required. Assignments include the hauling of supplies between manufacturers, printers, central warehouses, bureau offices and supply and storage facilities. Transports files to central file locations and waste materials to the dump. Assists in loading and unloading the truck; avoids overloading, distributes and/or balances the load to prevent damage to the vehicle or to the materials being hauled. Recommends changes to preplanned routes and modifies or selects alternate route to destinations when required by detours and/or unusual traffic conditions. As assigned, operates light and medium trucks or passenger vehicles for the transportation of mail, supplies, equipment, and passengers. Daily inspects vehicle to ensure that gas, oil, tires, lights, brakes, etc, are in proper condition. Performs minor maintenance, such as replacing bulbs and cleaning windows. Makes emergency road repairs as necessary. Keeps daily automotive vehicle report showing destination, times of arrival and departure, quantities of supplies and equipment carried, and condition of vehicle. Reports all accidents and any vehicle defects that need repair. Makes deliveries to predetermined receiving stations and pickups from predetermined dispatch stations. Makes internal building pick up and deliveries as instructed by supervisor. Operates a motor vehicle to chauffeur the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and Executive Staff between the agency's Baltimore and Washington, DC offices or other destinations. Performs special duties in the Commissioner’s Baltimore and DC offices, such as delivery or pickup of sensitive documents, filing and sorting documents and duplicating speeches, documents, and other materials; ensures confidentiality of material. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for this WG-07 MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR position you must demonstrate: (1) a valid Class B, State of Maryland (or equal) Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (2) the Screen Out AND (3) the five individual Job Elements (1) SCREEN OUT: ABILITY TO PERFORM MVO WORK WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION At a minimum, you must demonstrate ability to drive large trucks and busses and must have a fundamental understanding of transportation programs and operations based on the following knowledge, skills and abilities: (1) Ability to safely operate a variety of motor vehicles, including large trucks and busses (2) Ability to interpret instructions or directions related to the operation of motor vehicles (3) Ability to maintain motor vehicles in safe and operational condition Your level of work (at a minimum) must not require more than regular spot checks and/or guidance during progress and upon completion. (2) JOB ELEMENTS: Describe duties you perform that show you have (at a minimum): -- general skill in maneuvering large trucks and passenger busses on familiar public roads and highways under favorable circumstances and normal road conditions -- ability to follow planned routes, recognize the need for routine vehicle maintenance, complete driver reports and assist with loading and arranging cargo, as requested and under general supervision -- basic understanding of common instructions pertaining to roads and driving large motor vehicles (for example, written or verbal directions, standard traffic and road signs or basic guidelines for loading/unloading of cargo) and ability to apply this information as requested and under general supervision. -- ability to apply common safety requirements while operating large-motor-vehicles as evidenced by my satisfactory record of safe driving assignments -- an adequate record of adherence to established times, routes and stops while safely and efficiently transporting passengers and/or cargo YOUR RESUME MUST SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS THE SCREEN OUT AND JOB ELEMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. Reviewers can only rate you on the information you provide; if duties you perform are missing or incomplete, you may be rated ineligible. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement. CONDITIONS OF POSITION: Due to the nature of work in this position, the following conditions are essential for successful performance, and you must fully comply with these conditions to meet performance requirements. (1) Must be able to perform work without more than normal supervision. (2) MVOs in this position must possess and maintain an active Class B, State of Maryland (or equal) Commercial Driver's License (CDL). (3) Moderate to heavy physical effort is used in handling of objects weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally handling objects weighing over 70 pounds. (4) Medium physical effort is required in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. (5) Must be able to sit and drive for long periods. (6) Must have coordination of eyesight, hands, and feet and normal, natural, or corrected vision. (7) Drives in all types of traffic and weather and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. (8) Is subject to cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving. (9) Works in all weather conditions, usually inside an enclosed vehicle, but are occasionally exposed to bad weather conditions. (10) May have to make emergency repairs in rain, snow, or other unpleasant conditions. (11) MVOs in this position are required to work a flexible fixed shift. Information on Federal Wage System Qualifications can be found at Office of Personnel Management's Federal Wage System Qualifications Standards Education This position does not have an educational requirement. You must have and maintain a valid Class B, State of Maryland (or equal) Commercial Driver's License (CDL) NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore please do not submit a copy of your license with your application. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued Commercial Driver's License and a current copy of your driving record at that time. If you successfully completed training relevant to this trade and want to have it considered as part of your evaluation, list that training on your resume rather than uploading certificates you received. Additional Information Additional selections may be made for this vacancy six months from the closing date of this announcement. Selective Service: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. If you are a federal contractor, do not identify yourself as a federal employee. OTHER NOTES: See QUALIFICATIONS for information on qualifying for this position. See HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for information on applying for this position. This position involves specific physical efforts, working conditions, shift requirements and/or protective gear requirements as listed in the QUALIFICATIONS section of the announcement. This is a bargaining unit position represented by AFGE. This position is not authorized to be filled virtually or through outstationing; the Official Duty Station (ODS) for this position is SSA-HQ in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will not be paid; salary will be set in accordance with local pay provisions. Position is on a full time and fixed shift. Alternate Work Schedules (AWS) and telework are not authorized for this position. Successful performance of work in this position and adherence to conditions of this position will be assessed during the 1-year probationary period served that may be served by new appointees (e.g., new to SSA and/or new to this series). Location of position: SSA-HQ / Washington DC Office of Deputy Commissioner for Budget, Finance and Management (DCBFM) Office of Facilities and Logistics Management (OFLM) Office of Media and Logistics Management (OMLM) Division of Mail and Logistics Management (DMLS) Transportation Team