Motor Vehicle Operator - VID 175919

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 12/19/24

Applications Due03/19/25

Vacancy ID175919

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AgencyGeneral Services, Office of

TitleMotor Vehicle Operator - VID 175919

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade07

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $37121 to $45864 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12242

Duties Description Operate and drive vehicles on assigned mail runs and freight requests;

• Retrieve, sort, and distribute items throughout New York State;
• Record and trace bar-coded items using handheld scanners;
• Process, package, and label outgoing mail for shipment;
• Setup, load, and unload vehicles in an effective and timely manner;
• Ensure vehicle is clean, well maintained, and required repairs are properly reported;
• Assist with office moves involving assorted types of furniture;
• Maintain and operate various types of equipment including scanning, metering, inserting, and postage machines.
• Efficiently utilize program databases, applications, UPS WorldShip, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interact with customers and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner;
• Work in the Mail Center at such times that deliveries are not required;
• Perform tasks in an efficient, timely, and safe manner;
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  

Operational Needs

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class B Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle with air brake endorsement.
• Ability to drive a truck with standard transmission.
• Ability to bend, lift, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 45 pounds.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Availability to respond to emergency and/or unplanned assignments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications Candidates are required to possess and maintain a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Appointees to these positions will be required to obtain a valid Class A or Class B drivers' license from the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles during the probationary period. Failure to obtain and maintain a Class A or Class B license will result in termination. Details on time frames for obtaining the specified license will be discussed at the job interview.

Candidates MUST provide a copy of their valid NYS driver's license with their resume when applying to this vacancy.

Pursuant to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Act, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing may be required. Once appointed to/selected for the position, random drug and alcohol testing may be required.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/MH

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.