MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR

This position is located in the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), Administrative Services, Fleet Management Division (FMD). The mission of DYRS is to improve public safety and give court involved youth the opportunity to become more productive citizens by building on the strengths of youths and their families in the least restrictive, most homelike environment consistent with public safety.

This role is responsible for operating a variety of vehicles including pickup trucks, panel trucks, flatbed trucks, carryalls, sedans, crew cab pickup trucks, and vans. Operates specific vehicles based on trip assignments or regularly established schedules over public roads (or the equivalent) to transport personnel, supplies, materials, equipment or tools, tow equipment, or complete general tasks. Incumbent will operate vehicles over Federal, District, State, and County roads and city streets in all traffic conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Motor Vehicle Operator maintains the overall operation of a variety of motor vehicles with a gross weight of 22,000 pounds or less. Picks up and delivers inter/intra agency mail and official government documents (i.e. youth birth certificates, staff government identification badges, medical supplies, and off-cycle checks) to all DYRS facilities and other various agencies. Verifies against written records that the correct equipment and/or documentation has been collected. Maintains a record of delivery by obtaining signatures, confirming delivery and receipt of equipment and/or documentation.

The incumbent loads and unloads the vehicle(s) by hand, sometimes receiving help from other workers. Ensure cargo is protected from the weather and that it is properly distributed and secured to prevent damage or loss while in transit. Maintains current record of travel log, vehicle and equipment inspections, and preventative maintenance records. Ensures any equipment being towed does not exceed the maximum weight allowable for the vehicle being driven, and that it is connected to the vehicle according to local and Federal regulations. Performs operator maintenance and wash vehicles in compliance with established policies and/or procedures.

Qualifications and Education

Job Elements:

Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision

Operation of Motor Vehicles

Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)

Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)

Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)

Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)

Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess a valid driver’s license to operate a DC Government vehicle.

Work Environment

Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather in a controlled traffic environment; in all types of traffic and weather on public roads and are exposed to the danger of serious accidents. Drivers must drive in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems. Drivers are exposed to dirt, fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving or from falling objects when loading and unloading the vehicle.

Other Significant Facts:

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday, 7:30am -4:00pm

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: RW-5703-07

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

Duration of Appointment: Career Service Permanent

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 2092 (AFSCME). You may be required to have union dues or other applicable fees deducted from your salary.

Position Designation: The incumbent in this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel regulations, Suitability. This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position.

**Essential Designation:**This position has been designated as an essential employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12.

Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.