Motor Vehicle Operator, NA-5703-05

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Operates and performs operator maintenance on one or more motor vehicles including platform trucks, van trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks, passenger shuttle vans, and cargo vans which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight (GVW) of more than 10,000 pounds and up to 26,000 pounds. Vehicles are driven on the basis of either specific trip assignments or regularly established schedules over public roads at highway speeds throughout rural or urban areas over Federal, state, and county roads and city streets in all traffic conditions. Adheres to all State, local and installation traffic laws and ordinances. Maneuvers vehicles in and out of constricted areas including narrow city streets and congested parking lots. May operate vehicles equipped with a power takeoff device for transferring engine power to special-purpose accessory equipment, such as winches, power lifts, plows, and spreaders. Ensures cargo is protected from weather and is properly distributed and secured to prevent damage or loss during transit. Checks material loaded or delivered against various documents for accountability. Complies with applicable safety requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • Skill in operating vehicles that are high, wide, long and heavy.

  • Knowledge to make difficult judgments concerning loading and arranging cargo, overhead and side clearances, turning radius, braking distance, and distance to be maintained from other vehicles.

  • Selects routes to take which will accommodate the size and weight of the vehicle and the laws restricting use of some roads by such vehicles.

  • Ability to manipulate hydraulic controls.

  • Ability to back up using side mirrors and hand signals from spotters.

  • Skill in selecting alternate routes to avoid heavy traffic or other delaying conditions.

  • Ability to read a map and reach unfamiliar locations.

  • Ability to operate power takeoff devices.

  • Driver's license is required.

     

    HOW TO APPLY  Submit a NAF Internal Application or NAF Employment Application to the NAF Human Resource Office, Building 41 2nd floor, Rm 202, Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme or mail to:  Building 1180, 29th Avenue, Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA 93043 or fax to (805) 982-5454. For job application email: NBVC_MWR_HRO@navy.mil.  We reserve the right to close this position without further announcement.  Applicants claiming spouse preference must complete a NAF Employment application and submit with valid PCS orders attached. Applicants who do not meet the above requirements may not be interviewed. Due to volume of applications received, applicants may not be notified of non-selection.   

    RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT NAF EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

     

    Dept. of the Navy NAF is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factors. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resource Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.

     

    Navy Region Southwest is a drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace. Sailors and their family members have a right to reliable and productive Federal workforce.

     

    Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.  Employment subject to successful National Agency Background Check.