Medium Truck Driver

Amentum•Laredo, TX

About The Position

Drives gas- or diesel-powered trucks, typically weighing more than five tons, to pick up, transport, and deliver government-seized property to assigned destinations. Drives on and off government and commercial facilities in varied traffic conditions. Interacts with government law enforcement personnel and represents the company in dealings with clients and the public. Inventories property received and released, maintains accountability through Bills of Lading and Chains of Custody, and completes daily logs and inspection reports. The role involves full-time travel, stated as 80% travel, including per diem. This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position covered by the Service Contract Act. The listed compensation is $21.39 per hour; eligible employees may also receive health and welfare payments under applicable SCA provisions.

Requirements

At least six months of general experience.
At least six months of specific experience demonstrating the knowledge required to perform the job.
High school diploma or GED; may be substituted with specific experience at a rate of one year of experience for one year of high school.
Ability to write correspondence and maintain logs, if required.
Must obtain a license for any equipment for which the employee does not already hold a current license within 30 days of selection.
Must obtain and maintain DOT physical certification.
Must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Valid operator’s license.
No major chargeable accidents in the last three years and no more than one minor chargeable accident per year in the last three years.
Must be a U.S. citizen and possess and maintain security requirements.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including prolonged sitting, frequent climbing or balancing, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

Drive trucks up to 26,000 pounds to assigned pickup and delivery destinations using instructions, directions, and maps.
Inspect the truck for defects before and after trips.
Monitor the vehicle during operation and report maintenance or repair needs to management.
Secure transported loads to ensure safe, undamaged arrival.
Load and unload vehicles using material handling equipment.
Help manage routes and routines to improve efficiency.
Perform inventory of property received and released and maintain accountability on Bills of Lading and Chains of Custody.
Complete daily logs and inspection reports.
Interact with government law enforcement personnel, clients, and the public in a professional manner.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Follow applicable safety, quality, operational, and environmental procedures and policies; complete required training and fulfill applicable safety responsibilities.