Equipment Operator A

The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is on the lookout for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care to our residents. At the Southeastern Veterans Center, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding support to veterans and their spouses, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care possible. If you are an enthusiastic and self-assured Equipment Operator with a strong commitment to the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment, this opportunity is tailored for you! Your skills will play a crucial role in maintaining the functionality and safety of our equipment, contributing to the overall mission of serving those who have served our country.

In this position, you will be responsible for operating a variety of vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, vans, buses, and specialized coaches, to facilitate the transportation of residents to and from the facility for medical appointments, treatments, transfers, and recreational activities, both locally and over longer distances. It is essential to assist with and ensure that all locking devices are securely fastened on residents and their equipment before the vehicle is in motion, thereby prioritizing the safety of those being transported.

Additionally, you will be tasked with the local and long-distance delivery of various materials, including mail, supplies, medications, and blood samples, as well as transporting materials necessary for construction and maintenance tasks. In adverse weather conditions, you will operate snow removal and cinder spreading equipment. Prior to any vehicle operation, conducting thorough safety checks and inspections is crucial. You will also perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance, which includes washing, waxing, cleaning, greasing, and checking fluid levels, while assisting an auto mechanic with more significant repairs as needed.

When not engaged in vehicle operation, your responsibilities will extend to loading and unloading vehicles, maintaining cleanliness in work areas, keeping accurate records and logs of equipment usage, and completing necessary paperwork. Safe and proper use of hand and power tools is expected, along with adherence to the DMVA's general safety rules and specific safety protocols for this role. It is imperative to report any workplace injuries or incidents to your supervisor immediately and to address any safety hazards in the work area promptly. You will also be required to wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, masks, and face shields, when necessary, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. A flexible schedule is available, including the possibility of working on weekends and holidays as required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months experience in the operation and maintenance of large vans, buses and single-chassis trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

Additional Requirement:

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.