- Operate one or more types of motor vehicles such as passenger car, van, truck, tow truck, wrecker, forklift, tractor, skidsteer/skid loader, ride-on mower or tractor-trailer truck.
- May drive a van/truck carrying employees and material to and from work locations.
- May act as a chauffeur to an official. Checks the tires, oil and fuel of the vehicle, replenishes fluids as needed, and checks the vehicle to see that lights, horn and brakes appear to be operating
properly.
- Report any noticeable mechanical defects in the vehicle.
- Clean the windows and interior and exterior of the vehicle.
- Assist in loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and passengers.
- Operate motor equipment mounted on, or transported by, the vehicle.
- Responsible for tools, supplies, materials, and equipment carried in or on the assigned vehicle.
- When not driving, may be required to perform such additional duties as running errands, answering phones and delivering mail and/or small packages.

Note: The minimum Driver's License Class for this position is a CDL Class B Permit.

Note: Due to the existence of a civil service list, candidates must have permanent civil service status in the title of Motor Vehicle Operator to be considered.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below:

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/downloads/pdf/psb/100_1.pdf

1. For NYCHA employees: this position is open on a direct transfer (lateral) basis only. It is not open as a promotional opportunity.
2. For NYCHA employees: employees applying for transfer opportunity must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
3. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.


Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the qualification requirements before applying to this position.

Education and Experience Requirements: There are no formal education or experience requirements.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.