Motor Vehicle Operator

Department of War Education Activity • Camp Lejeune, NC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and is with the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), which is transitioning to the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA). The role operates school buses and assists students, including children with special needs. It is a term position that may be extended up to eight years and may be converted to a permanent career or career-conditional appointment without further competition if eligibility requirements are met. Shifts may vary. Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Have a safe driving record.
• Be able to obtain a Government operator's permit.
• Pass a pre-employment driving test in a vehicle such as a 12-18 passenger vehicle or a full-sized school bus.
• Hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements, including state Bus Certification.
• Demonstrate the ability to safely operate passenger vehicles and detect mechanical problems without more than normal supervision.
• Complete a pre-placement medical examination.
• Pass a suitability/fitness determination based on a background investigation, including a Tier 1 investigation with Childcare Checks.
• Participate in applicant and random drug testing, including signing a DA Form 5019; appointment may depend on a negative pre-appointment drug test.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship and use direct deposit for pay.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a passenger bus with a gross vehicle weight of up to 30,000 pounds and a passenger capacity of 44 to 72 students.
• Assist children with special needs and their equipment when loading and unloading, and help them get to and from their classrooms.
• Clean the inside of the bus daily and perform general bus cleaning.
• Report disciplinary actions to the school principal.
• Conduct bus maintenance and safety checks before beginning routes.
• Record bus routes and schedules on the trip ticket.
• Report problems to the designated government representative.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on the position and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed