Motor Vehicle Operator

Position Summary:

At the Long Island State Veterans Home, our Motor Vehicle Operators are primarily responsible for transporting our residents. They provide assistance to other departments by making deliveries and picking up supplies.

Duties of a Motor Vehicle Operator may include the following but are not limited to:

• Will be responsible for driving geriatric residents in wheelchairs to and from trips.
• May need to stay with resident at the trip location, engage in conversation with them, be prepared to help calm an agitated or disorientated resident, and ensure the safety of their personal belongings.
• May be asked to make deliveries or pick up supplies from Hospital, post office, or drive staff.
• Assist in the unloading of all delivery trucks (Fed Ex, UPS, etc.), Deliver received packages to individual department
• Assists, on a weekly basis, with delivery of par carts and supplies to the Unit.
• Restock shelves in medical supply store room.
• On a daily basis pick up specimens and delivers to Hospital.
• Pick up supplies from the Hospital supply room.
• Sort delivered USPS mail onto mail cart, deliver mail to each individual department and Unit.
• Take vehicles to Campus gas station for filling on an as needed basis, take vehicles to local repairs shops and car washes on an as needed basis.

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.

Required Qualifications:

Must possess a NYS Commercial Drivers License with passenger endorsement for transport of 15 or more passengers, appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Must have a driving record which is free from any major violations. Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Must be at ease when conversing with elderly residents.

Preferred Qualifications:

General automotive knowledge.

This is a temporary appointment that can be terminated at any time.

Posting Overview :  This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

Special Notes:

The LISVH is a 24/7 skilled nursing facility. As such, all positions are subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary to meet the operating needs of the facility.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. Prior to start date,  the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from the Long Island State Veterans Home Employee Health Department, clear a background investigation, submit three (3) written references, and provide a copy of the required license(s)/certificate(s). Please be advised that failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

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Job Number:
 2501568
Official Job Title: Motor Vehicle Operator
Job Field
: Support Services
Primary Location
: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: Purchasing
Schedule
: Full-time 
Shift
 :Day Shift Shift Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Pass Days: Variable
Posting Start Date
: Apr 18, 2025
Posting End Date
: May 3, 2025, 4:59:00 AM
Salary:38, 235 plus location 4,000
Salary Grade:SG7
SBU Area:Long Island State Veterans Home