U.S. Army Truck Driver

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Army Recruiting South Charleston, WV is currently looking to hire an Active Duty/Reserve Soldier.

You must enlist in the United States Army to obtain this position.

You must be between the ages of 17-34.

You must have a GED or High School Diploma.

You must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Cardholder.

Overview

Motor transport operators are primarily responsible for supervising or operating wheel vehicles to transport personnel and cargo. They are the backbone of the Army’s support and sustainment structure, providing advanced mobility on and off the battlefield.

Job Duties

Operate all-wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways

Manage load, unload, and safety of personnel being transported

Oversee and check proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers

Employ convoy defense techniques

Identify, correct or report all vehicle deficiencies

Prepare vehicle for movement/shipment by air, rail or vessel

Requirements:

Complete (ASVAB)., a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training:

Job training for a motor transport operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in simulation — yet over 200 training hours are spent in actual vehicles and field training environments.

Helpful Skills:

Experience in driver education

Interest in driving and mechanics

About U.S. Army:

Army Recruiting Ohio is a small portion of a larger whole. The regular Army, Army Reserve Ohio, Army Reserve Kentucky, and Army Reserve West Virginia are important components of the total Army Structure. Regular Army, Active Duty Soldiers serve full-time, while Army Reservists fill critical roles right here at home. We are always searching for potential candidates all over Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia to build a diverse range of individual Soldiers, each with his or her own expertise. Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/armyrecruitingohioInstagram: @armyrecruitingohioTwitter: @GoArmyOhio

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