Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler) NA-08

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Knox, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Qualified Recycled Program. The role requires knowledge of various forms and documents used for the issue, receipt, and storage of materials. The operator will drive gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, both light and heavy, on and off post to transport equipment and supplies, and will operate a forklift as required. The position involves observing time schedules and traffic/driving regulations, assisting with loading and unloading cargo and materials, and driving in various situations including congested highways, metropolitan areas, narrow country or mountain roads, and steep winding grades. Additionally, the role provides assistance and support to staff in maintaining and upkeeping the facility, vehicles, and equipment, and performs tasks involving the maintenance and minor repairs of vehicles and equipment, including routine tasks like oil changes.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Health and immunizations required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Drug test is required.
• This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP).
• A TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.
• Resumes must be two pages (or less).
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
• Experience and training that equip the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position consistent with accepted practices of the trade.
• Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools, equipment and applicable vehicles based on gross weight (32,000 pounds).
• Ability to read, understand, and apply instruction and other materials related to the job.
• Ability to do the work of the position under normal supervision.
• Training/education or experience must include the following: Skill in operating vehicles over a variety of roads and assessing traffic conditions and hazards.
• Knowledge and skill in basic vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Skill in using judgment to load and unload individuals or cargo/supplies, clearances, turning radius, safe braking distances, connect and disconnect air brakes and electrical lines as needed, etc.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety regulations to determine when mechanical or operational problems indicate that vehicles are unsafe for operation.
• Required to possess/maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ).
• Must upload with application.

Responsibilities

• Operates gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, both light and heavy, on and off post to transport equipment and supplies.
• Operates a forklift as required.
• Observes time schedules and traffic / driving regulations.
• Assists with loading and unloading cargo and materials.
• Drives in a variety of driving situations such as congested highways, metropolitan areas, narrow country or mountain roads, and steep winding grades.
• Provides assistance and support to the staff in maintaining and upkeeping of the facility, vehicles and equipment.
• Provides a variety of tasks involving the maintenance and minor repairs of vehicles and equipment including routine (i.e.. oil changes).

Benefits

• Overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week.
• Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays.
• Extra pay if the majority of scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
• Enrollment in health and life insurance (for regular full-time and part-time employees).
• Participation in 401k and retirement plans (for regular full-time and part-time employees).
• Paid personal time off and federal holidays (for regular full-time and part-time employees).
• Eligibility to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan (for NAF flexible employees).
• Potential eligibility for health insurance (for some flexible employees).
• Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed