Vehicle Driver II

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Functional Title: Vehicle Driver II 
Job Title: Vehicle Driver II 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Housekeeping Svs 
Posting Number: 9895 
Closing Date: 10/20/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Healthcare Support 
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-14 
Salary Range: $3,285.00 - $4,594.50 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 10% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location: Vernon State Hospital 
Job Location City: VERNON 
Job Location Address: 4730 COLLEGE DR 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 0313,0363,1169,1800,1812,1833,3531,3534,3536,11B,11C,15W,2T1X1,88M,AB,AN,BM,BOSN,CN,EO,MK,SN 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Vehicle Driver II position performs highly complex (senior level) motor vehicle operations and works under the supervision of the Inventory Store Specialist IV. Work involves operating a medium duty truck to transport cargo between state owned facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring that the cargo is handled in a manner consistent with facility rules and regulations. Duties include maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle and the cargo space in a sanitary manner; and operating motorized vehicles in a safe manner in accordance with facility rules and state traffic laws to deliver and pick up cargo as scheduled. This position is required to maintain forms and records pertaining to vehicle operations. The completion of work requires use of established methods and/or techniques. The Vehicle Driver II has no financial responsibility but is accountable for assigned property. All tasks will be performed within an established time frame. The Vehicle Driver II works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

 Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Essential Job Functions

Assists with coordination and performing moves upon requests from building staff and property supervisor. Assists in distributing new and used furniture and equipment.

Will assist property supervisor in auction preparation and completion.

Maintains inventory of all numbered and unnumbered equipment in storage buildings. Helps conduct annual inventory of assets per HHSC asset management policy.

Picks up and stores surplus furniture and equipment.

May assemble new equipment and furniture.

Licensure, Certification or Registration

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of motor vehicle operations, passenger and cargo loading and unloading methods, traffic rules and regulations, and maintenance of motor vehicles.

Skill in operating motor vehicles.

Ability to obey traffic laws, to follow schedules and instructions in operating vehicles, to follow guidelines for loading and unloading cargo, and to communicate effectively.

Knowledge of safe cargo loading/unloading, storage, and securing methods.

Knowledge of operations/instruction manuals, and safety materials.

Knowledge of all Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) driving rules and regulations.

Skill and safety in operating medium duty vehicle(s).

Ability to use lift gates.

Ability to use proper lifting techniques.

Ability to lift and carry 40-50 pounds.

Ability to identify problems and/or solutions to problems.

Ability to communicate effectively with people with diverse backgrounds.

Ability to count, read, follow, comprehend, and interpret documents such as maps, safety rules, operating procedures, instructions, and manuals.

Ability to follow, give, record, document written/verbal directions, instructions, communications, schedules, reports, documents, records to and from subordinates and other program related customers.

Ability to maintain accurate records and write effectively and legibly.

Ability to become computer literate and use Office 365 and Webmail.

Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Ability to safely operate vehicles with limited visibility utilizing mirrors, spotters or other safe backing techniques as required by policy/law.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred.

Twelve months’ experience in the operation of motor vehicles on a commercial basis.

6 months’ experience in property department.

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.