Summary This announcement has been extended, Applicants who have applied, do not need to re-apply. Employee will serve as a Motor Vehicle Operator within the Textile Care Section of Environmental Management Service located at the New Mexico Veterans Healthcare System in Albuquerque, NM. Employee will serve as Over the Road (OTR) driver to pick-up and drop-off linens in Amarillo, TX. Responsibilities Duties will include, but may not be limited to the following: Delivers clean and pick up soiled linen to various locations, operating diesel, gas, or alternative fuel powered 25,999 gross vehicle weight vehicles with a hydraulic lift gate. Operates vehicles safely which consists of interstate driving, two-lane roads, maneuver vehicle in and around congested loading dock areas, and during nighttime. Loads and unloads linen carts, determines weight distribution and safety devices for delivery. Performs basic pre- and post-trip vehicle maintenance checks, includes: checks lubrication and cooling system for leaks, loose hoses, battery condition, windshield wiper condition, general vehicle integrity, tire condition, and keeps the vehicle clean at all times. Applies general mechanical skills to identify problems during vehicle operation. Possesses knowledge to ensure Infection Control measures are maintained between soiled linen and clean textiles, of which soiled linen and clean textiles are never transported at the same time. Uses proper aseptic techniques, including proper hand hygiene. Reads and understands road maps and applies knowledge of local, state, and federal motor vehicle regulations and national traffic laws. Willing to be cross trained in techniques/procedures in the event of staffing shortages or unforeseen workload. This may include duties as a Linen Clerk, Laundry Worker, Machine Operator, and Washman, including operating washer/extractors, dryers, ironers, etc. Responsible to interact with customers, patients, visitors, and staff in a cooperative and professional manner. Performs other duties assigned as necessary. Work Schedule: Monday and Thursday (2 days/week), 1:00am - 11:30am. This position is assigned to work holidays and irregular tours and on occasion, may be asked to work extended hours for coverage as needed. NOTE: This is a part-time position (20 hours/week. Benefits and time-off accrual will be prorated and based on your part-time work schedule. 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. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job All 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. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Pre-employment physical required Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Qualifications PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires the ability to climb into and out of vehicles. Position routinely requires individual to operate vehicles, electrical equipment, and exert physical effort to load, unload, and transport by pushing/pulling clean and soiled linen carts in a controlled manner weighing up to 700 pounds. Carts are equipped with wheels/tires for easy movement Exposed to repetitive motion of arms, wrist, and hands and to perform simple grasping and find hand manipulation, reaching outward and above the shoulder, lift soiled linen bags up and onto linen cares and frequent stooping, bending, twisting, kneeling, standing, walking, and sitting. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and able to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods of time. Employee will work a compressed tour of duty, 10 hours per day. Work is performed both inside and outside in all weather conditions. Must be constantly aware of fluctuating weather conditions, e.g., periods of extreme summer heat, rain/slick road conditions, and snow/icy roads and dock facilities. Work is normally performed inside the cab of an air-conditioned or heated vehicle. Will be exposed intermittently to excess humidity, chemicals, solvents, fumes, dust, and noise. Exposed to possible contagions from handling contaminated linens, with the potential for sharps exposure in soiled linen. Subject to cuts, scrapes, bumps, bruises, slips, falls, and other injuries, and to disagreeable odors in the performance of duties. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. For this position, the job element method is used to match what you, the applicant, can do against what the work calls for. Your knowledge, skills and abilities will be compared to the knowledge, skills and abilities (called job elements) needed for success. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element (WG-2 and higher only; screen-outs are not applicable to WG-1). Applicants who appear to meet the screen out element are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated from consideration. The potential eligibles are rated against the remainder of the job elements. While a specific length of training and experience is not required, your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume. SCREEN-OUT: Ability to do the work of a Motor Vehicle Operator without more than normal supervision. Experience required for this position includes operating/driving diesel, gas, or alternative fuel powered vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of 26,000 and a hydraulic lift gate; performing pre- and post-trip vehicle maintenance checks; loading and unloading cargo; and reading/understanding road maps and road/traffic laws and driving interstate highways, two-lane roads, maneuvering vehicle in and around congested loading dock areas, and in dark/nighttime conditions. (Resume(s) must clearly support responses to this online questionnaire to receive credit.) SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SCREEN-OUT) - A Selective Placement Factor (SPF) have been identified for this position. Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration. The SPF for this position is: Requires a current/valid state Driver's License. (DO NOT provide copy of driver's license. We are not able to accept pictures. This requirement will be verified during interview.) You will be rated on the following Job Elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Drive Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Motor Vehicles Operation of Equipment/Machinery Reliability And Dependability Without more than normal supervision Work Practices IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.