Tractor Operator
US Department of Veterans Affairs · Des Moines, IA
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SummaryThe Tractor Operator position is located in the Engineering Department within the Facilities Management Service Line at the Des Moines VA Medical Center. The position operates tractors and related mobile equipment to transport passengers and cargo between facilities; performs grounds installation - maintenance - and repair; and conducts routine equipment adjustments and preventive maintenance to ensure safe - efficient - and dependable facility operations.SummaryThe Tractor Operator position is located in the Engineering Department within the Facilities Management Service Line at the Des Moines VA Medical Center. The position operates tractors and related mobile equipment to transport passengers and cargo between facilities; performs grounds installation - maintenance - and repair; and conducts routine equipment adjustments and preventive maintenance to ensure safe - efficient - and dependable facility operations.QualificationsDRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT (SCREEN OUT): This position requires a current and valid Class D Chauffeur license with Passenger Endorsement. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs - therefore; please do not submit a copy of your driver's license with your application package. If an interview is requested - you will be required to provide a copy of your current and valid state-issued Class D Chauffeur license with Passenger Endorsement. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK CONDITIONS: Operates and rides on equipment for extended periods; frequently bends - stoops - climbs - kneels - reaches - and works in cramped or awkward positions. Operates tractor and attachment controls requiring repetitive arm and leg movement; handles materials and tools; and lifts/carries items up to 100 pounds - using team lifts or mechanical assistance for heavier loads. Works outdoors and in vehicle cabs under all weather conditions - including extreme heat - cold - humidity - snow - and ice. Exposed to noise - vibration - fumes - dust - grease - and uneven or hazardous terrain. Risks include overturned equipment - falls - cuts - abrasions - burns - electrical hazards - and contact with moving parts. Work may occur in confined areas - on steep slopes - or at elevated locations (e.g. - rooftops). May be called outside normal duty hours for snow removal or emergency transportation. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. For this position - the job element method is used to match what you - the applicant - can do against what the work calls for. Your knowledge - skills and abilities will be compared to the knowledge - skills and abilities (called job elements) needed for success. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element (WG-2 and higher only; screen-outs are not applicable to WG-1). Applicants who appear to meet the screen out element are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated from consideration. The potential eligibles are rated against the remainder of the job elements. While a specific length of training and experience is not required - your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume. You will be rated on the following Job Elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Drive Safely Interpret Instructions - Specifications (mobile equipment operations) Motor Vehicles Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability And Dependability. IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience.DutiesMajor duties and responsibilities include: Operates a full range of vehicles and mobile equipment to support campus transportation and logisticsDrives passenger cars - sedans - station wagons - pickup trucks - 15 passenger vans - one ton dump trucks - and cargo trucks up to 24 -000 pounds GVWR equipped with hydraulic or electronic lift gatesTransports self-sufficient patients - coworkers - medical records - supplies - and materials between VA locationsSelects safe travel routes using current road - weather - and traffic conditionscomplies with State and Federal driving laws and VA policiesand loads/unloads cargo following safe handling and tie down proceduresManeuvers vehicles in congested areas and during docking/positioning to protect pedestrians - vehicles - buildings - and groundsPerforms grounds tasks including seeding - sodding - fertilizing - planting - watering - pruning - mulching - and general landscape repair aligned to seasonal schedules and project work ordersOperates farm type tractors and implements mowers - aerators - plows - harrows - chippers - sprayers - disks - post hole diggers - front end loaders - dozer blades - and backhoes to complete assigned grounds projectsOperates tractors and attachments on steep slopes - ravines - ditches - soft ground - and other rough/uneven terrain where overturn hazards existTroubleshoots operating problems with tractors - implements - and mobile equipmentidentifies hazardsperforms minor adjustments (e.g. - belts - chains - hydraulic couplers - tire pressure)lubricates - cleans - an conducts routine preventive maintenanceand refers non routine repairs to qualified maintenance staffMaintains logs for equipment usage - vehicle mileage - hours of operation - fuel consumption - and minor maintenance performedPerforms other duties as assignedWork Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Kemin · Des Moines, IA
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Overview CVP seeks Medical Support Assistants (MSA) to join our team in support of the Eastern Colorado VA Health Care System, Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center located at 1700 North Wheeling Street, Aurora, CO 80045. This is a full-time, remote position supporting the VISN 19 Office of Community Care (OCC). Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM local time, excluding federal holidays. As an Medical Support Assistant, you will coordinate care between VA and community providers, schedule appointments, and ensure Veterans receive timely and appropriate care. Responsibilities • Perform appointment scheduling, tracking, and pre- and post-appointment contacts in accordance with VHA Directive 1230, Outpatient Scheduling Processes and Procedures, and VHA Directive 1232, Consult Management • Coordinate and authorize Veteran care with community providers that the VA does not supply or cannot supply in a timely manner • Process community care consults via HealthShare Referral Manager (HSRM) and Provider Profile Management System (PPMS) and other systems as needed • Validate and update patient demographic information, including phone number, address, next of kin, emergency contact, and insurance capture • Ensure all necessary health and administrative information is processed and integrated into the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) and Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA) • Screen and receive phone calls in a courteous and timely manner; answer the phone within 5 rings and follow appropriate telephone etiquette • Respond to telephone inquiries regarding the delivery of services • Maintain proficiency and daily use of VA software including CPRS, VistA, CTM, VetLink, HSRM, PPMS, and Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams • Open and close clinics daily and update no-shows within 24 hours of appointment • Monitor incoming and outgoing faxes and mail in accordance with HIPAA standards • Retrieve and respond to voicemail within 48 business hours • Complete an average minimum of 20 cases per day over a weekly period • Communicate with internal medical providers on rules and regulations for VA Community Care and advise on appropriate processes • Serve as a Patient Relations Representative; actively listen to feedback and patient concerns and resolve patient complaints and co-worker concerns in a tactful, professional manner • Work collaboratively with the Lead Scheduler and scheduling team to ensure all schedulers are competent and represent the VA in a positive, proactive manner • Notify supervisor and Lead MSA when automated systems are not performing as needed • Maintain computer and IT security; accept full responsibility for all transactions under personal badge, access, and verify codes • Protect electronic and printed files containing sensitive information from unauthorized release, loss, alteration, or deletion • Ensure all patients are identified with appropriate two patient identifiers per policy • Maintain zero breaches of privacy or confidentiality • Assess compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory program review criteria governing service Qualifications • Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust government security clearance; US Citizenship required • Must be a resident of the United States and reside within 50 miles of the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center • High School Diploma or GED equivalent • Oral and written proficiency in English • Basic computer skills with daily proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite • Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute (must complete typing test) • Basic medical terminology knowledge • Minimum 6 months of customer service experience • No health or physical disability restrictions that would interfere with the performance of assigned duties • Prior VA or federal healthcare administrative experience is preferred Location • Remote. Must reside within 50 miles of the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Aurora, CO Shift • Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Pay Rate • Hourly Pay: $22.99/hr • Health & Wellness (H&W): $5.09/hr (H&W will be prorated based on enrollment in the benefits offered, including automatic enrollment in employer-paid plans) This position is contingent upon program award. We are proactively recruiting qualified candidates in advance of contract award. About CVP CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation. CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.
Join an award-winning Des Moines catering company known for exceptional food, presentation, and customer service. Since 2014, we've maintained 5-star ratings across Google, Yelp, and Facebook and have been voted Best Caterer in Des Moines for five consecutive years through the Des Moines People's Choice Awards. Notable clients we have are being the official caterer for the Iowa Wild hockey team, Microsoft, ITA Group, Delta Dental, Net Jets, many more and growing! We're looking for a dependable, positive Catering Chef to join our growing team. You'll work alongside our Head Chef preparing food, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and helping execute catered events throughout the area. We work hard, take pride in what we create, and want every team member to feel appreciated and valued while working in a fun, creative, and positive environment. What You'll Do • Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and food safety standards • Package, store, and organize food for upcoming events • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen • Assist with receiving or picking up food and supplies as needed • Transport food and equipment to catered events • Set up food stations, tables, and event equipment • Professionally serve and interact with guests • Assist with breakdown and cleanup after events What We're Looking For • Previous kitchen, restaurant, or catering experience • Basic cooking and food safety knowledge • ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 90 days • Valid driver's license • Dependable with strong teamwork and communication skills • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as events require • Good teamwork and communication skills. Compensation & Schedule • $15–$20/hour, based on experience • Additional gratuity opportunities from catered events • Average of 32+ hours per week • Growing local company with plans for a new location in 2027 If you enjoy creating great food, working with a close-knit team, and being part of memorable events, we'd love to hear from you. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $15 - $20 Hourly Bonus/Commission: Yes