Motor Vehicle Operator Leader

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/13/2026.

01EXPERIENCE

A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated.

The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Drive Safely Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability And Dependability Work Practices 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. 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.

02Physical Requirements

Occasionally lifts heavy loads, machinery parts, etc., be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds. The Incumbent is subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments, for example: burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, falls, high heat, high humidity, etc.

03Working Conditions

May work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. Requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors.

May be subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the Medical Center, trade related work, various types of infections, electrical shock and/or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. The wear of appropriate & required personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.

NOTE: This position requires a valid State driver's license and Commercial Driver's License, Class B with "P" and air brake endorsements, and Medical Examiner's Certificate

The position is located in the Clement Zablocki Medical Center, Milwaukee WI, a complex level lA facility. The functions as a Motor Vehicle Operator Leader within the Grounds and Transportation Shop, Operations and Maintenance, Facilities Management Division, accomplishing trades and labor work.

Leader Duties: As a working leader, the Motor Vehicle Operator Leader is responsible for: Passing on to other workers the instructions received from supervisors and getting work started, e.g., by assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group led. Working along with other workers and setting pace. Demonstrating proper work methods.

Assist the supervisor in preparation of estimates and ordering of materials for constructions, maintenance, repair, or improvements to systems and structures through the Medical Center. Seeing to it that needed plans, materials, and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations; Obtaining needed information or decisions from supervisors on problems that come up during the work.

Maintaining current knowledge, and answering questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives (for example, technical orders). Seeing that there is enough work to keep everyone in the work crew busy. Checking work while in progress and when finished to see whether the supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines have been met.

Urging or advising other workers to follow instructions received from supervisors, and to meet deadlines; Assuring that safety and housekeeping rules are followed (for example, assuring that limits of safe machine operation are not exceeded and that all tools are used properly); Reporting to supervisors on status and progress of work, and causes of work delays; Answering questions from supervisors on overall work operations and problems (for example, concerning additional on-the-job training requirements for individual employees).

Help train employees on proper steps in completing work orders and associated tasks. Familiar with all phases of motor pool operations, transportation programs and GSA practices, principles and techniques and be able to apply them effectively in the transportation environment to provide directions to staff. Assisting the Shop Supervisor in coordination of work for the Team. Input is provided to the supervisor on scheduled project work or long-term plans.

Assisting the Supervisor in establishing priorities and deadlines based on general work schedules, methods, policies, and code requirements. Coordinating projects and other work activities based on the instructions received from the Supervisor. Informing the Supervisor of the need to effectively and economically use allocated resources, both human and material, or redirect resources, to accommodate emergencies.

Utilizing automated computer software for day-to-day operations, such as but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, VISTA, VATAS, AMES/MERs, etc. May fill in for Supervisor and assume leadership over complex projects, often involving multiple trades.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm OR an AWS schedule of Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-4 PM with 1st Wednesday of the pay period off and last Friday of the pay period being 7:30 AM-4 PM AND may be required to work, nights, weekends holidays and/or overtime, due to bus schedule and emergencies, and snow removal activities, etc.

Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not available Position Description Title/PD#: Motor Vehicle Operator Leader/PD03022O Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized