Truck Driver, Heavy

Akima, LLC•Clarksville, TN

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Akima Global Logistics is hiring a Truck Driver – Heavy in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. The driver operates commercial and military-style heavy vehicles to transport Army equipment, materiel, and supplies in support of turn-in site operations. The role supports inbound and outbound movements, mass turn-ins, and local and line-haul operations, ensuring property is transported, staged, and documented safely and properly. The driver must follow U.S. Army, DOT, OSHA, and contract requirements. This position involves indoor and outdoor work in warehouse and field environments, routine physical activity, periodic overtime, and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and adverse weather. Employees may also work in high or low humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, and at heights. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A or B as required.
Three to five years of heavy truck driving experience.
Ability to operate heavy trucks, tractor-trailers, and MHE safely.
Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA safety regulations.
Knowledge of Army transportation regulations, including AR 55-355, AR 710-2, and DTR 4500.9-R.
Knowledge of Army forms and documentation requirements for vehicle and equipment movement.
Strong attention to detail for load securement and documentation.
Good communication skills for coordination with Army units and site staff.
Ability to work in high-tempo environments with shifting priorities.
Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
Real ID.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
Ability to obtain Tier 1/NACI (Public Trust) background eligibility.
Basic English proficiency, including reading and writing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Favorable background check and drug testing results.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform routine standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
Ability to meet physical requirements for assigned duties, including working in extreme heat or cold, high or low humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, heights, and other inclement weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Army OF 346 military driver’s license; it may be obtained on-site.
HAZMAT endorsement, required if hauling hazardous materials.
Prior Army or contractor logistics experience.
Familiarity with military or government cargo movement.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy trucks, tractor-trailers, and flatbeds to transport vehicles, equipment, and Class IX materiel.
Haul assets from Army units to the site or other designated locations to support equipment turn-in operations.
Assist with loading, securing, and unloading cargo using chains, binders, straps, and blocking or bracing.
Conduct local and long-haul missions in compliance with Army movement requirements and DTR 4500.9-R.
Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) before, during, and after operations.
Report vehicle deficiencies and coordinate repairs under Army and company maintenance procedures.
Maintain driver logs, trip tickets, fuel records, and inspection sheets.
Complete shipping and transport documents, including DD Form 1348-1A, DD Form 626, DD Form 836, TCMDs, and bills of lading.
Comply with DOT regulations, Army safety standards, and HAZMAT transport rules.
Update Army logistics and transportation systems, including TC-AIMS II and GCSS-Army, when required.
Follow OSHA, Army, and company safety procedures during operations.
Verify load securement and weight distribution before moving cargo.
Safeguard government property and immediately report accidents, incidents, or discrepancies.
Assist warehouse and supply teams with staging and positioning vehicles and equipment.
Support mass turn-in events by coordinating scheduled pickups and deliveries.
Provide transportation updates to the Transportation Coordinator and Site Manager.