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Motor Vehicle Operator

Full Time
$33 – $38 Per Hour
Closing on Dec 23, 2024

Location:
Oahu, Pearl Harbor Naval Base
Requires Relocation:
No
Start Date:
12/12/2024
End Date:
23/12/2024
Offering Type:
Permanent
Hiring Paths:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Individuals with disabilities Internal to an agency - appears on USAJOBS Land & base management Military spouses Special authorities
Service Type:
Competitive
Travel Percentage:
Occasional travel

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Job summary

You will serve as a MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR in the Crane and Equipment Operations Branch, Lifting and Handling Department of PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF.

Major duties

You will safely operate truck-trailers, straddle trucks, stake trucks, fuel tankers, lighter or heavier vehicles of more than 32,000 lbs for hauling material, equipment and/or personnel. You may also operate forklifts up to 27.5 ton capacity. You will couple or uncouple the ruck tractor and semi-trailer or truck and trailer, and connect/disconnect the air breaks and electrical lines. You will direct the arranging of cargo/load to ensure the cargo is secured to prevent shifting or falling while in transit. You will select/use the safest, most direct and legally allowed route and identify alternate routes in case of emergency. You will perform pre-operational check of assigned vehicle; report any defects, accidents, damages or traffic violations; keep mileage records and responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle. You may be required to transport nuclear waste containers, liquid waste tanks, and other radioactive material.

Qualification

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION. This position has a selective placement factor: Applicants must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Type A with endorsements X. A copy of this license must be provided in the application. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following job elements: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION ABILITY TO DRIVE SAFELY (MOTOR VEHICLES) ABILITY TO INTERPRET INSTRUCTIONS, SPECIFICATIONS, ETC. (RELATED TO MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATION) ABILITY TO OPERATE SAFELY (NON-MOTOR VEHICLE) OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES RELIABILITY AND DEPENDABILITY AS A MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR WORK PRACTICES (INCLUDES KEEPING THINGS NEAT, CLEAN AND IN ORDER) You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.