Motor Vehicle Operator (Laborer)

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Ramstein Lodging facility, Ramstein AB, Germany. This position may offer logistical support. The purpose of this position is to operate motor vehicles with gross vehicle weight of up to 10,000 pounds primarily to deliver clean linens and pick-up dirty linens from multiple properties and facilities in the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC). Moderate physical effort in reaching, bending, and turning.

Duties

• Operates a variety of motor vehicles including panel trucks, sedans, and station wagons that weigh up to 10,000 pounds, for transport of personnel, supplies, materials, or equipment and tools throughout the KMC Lodging Operation. Performs operator maintenance, such as checking fluid levels, air pressure in tires, cleaning and washing vehicles. Loads or assists in loading, unloading, and arranging cargo. Performs a variety of manual tasks such as moving, arranging, collecting, and cleaning equipment and materials. Moves and arranges furniture, as directed. May collect and empty garbage cans, wash and wax cars and trucks by hand or using a power washer. May clean and arrange warehouse as directed by manager. Provides occasional minor landscaping duties as directed by supervisor. Loads linen carts to deliver clean linen to storage areas at multiple locations. Includes loading, stocking shelves, and organizing all shelves with correct amount of each type of linen according to a standardized stocking plan. Retrieves dirty linens from each storage area by loading items in linen cart and transporting items. Motor vehicle operators will sort, count, bundle, and tag dirty linens and place the bundles on carts for contractor pick up at centralized distribution points. May also be required to organize clean linen from contractor onto carts for delivery, loading, and stocking of shelves at the Linen Exchange facility. Perform general warehouse housekeeping duties as required such as sweeping, mopping, wiping, etc. Uses electric sealing machine to wrap extra linen for guest rooms like blankets and pillows. Must follow directions in wrapping items with plastic pouches or rolls to avoid potential burn injuries. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in this position, please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13105950

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/13/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have skill in maneuvering and driving vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds. Must be able to load and arrange cargo. Must be physically able to frequently handle objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Must be able to exert moderate physical effort in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Grade: NA 4. . Apply by 2026-11-13 on USAJOBS.