Truck Driver / Motor Vehicle Operator (Heavy)

Cherokee Federal • Crane, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Motor Vehicle Operators safely transport material across a large installation and to nearby facilities using Government trucks, including heavy vehicles with air brakes. This position is based on-site in Crane, Indiana, and involves driving in all weather. Overtime and after-hours support may be needed. The position is pending a contract award; applications are being accepted for this anticipated future need, and no offer will be extended before the applicable salary range is posted following contract award and funding determination.

The position is restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents, with documentation required to qualify. Candidates must have an active Secret clearance or be able to obtain and maintain one, and must be eligible for a Tier 3 background investigation before system access. The role requires at least one year of commercial or heavy-truck driving experience, a valid Class B minimum Commercial Driver’s License without an air-brake restriction, a clean driving record, current forklift certification at hire, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. There is no supervisory or management authority.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required for positions on this program; the posting also states that applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents and provide documentation of status.
• Active Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one; must be eligible for a Tier 3 background investigation before system access.
• At least 1 year of commercial or heavy-truck driving experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class B minimum) with no air-brake restriction.
• Clean driving record.
• Current forklift certification at time of hire.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• HAZMAT endorsement and DoD HAZMAT transportation (DTR 4500.9-R) training.
• Experience operating manual-transmission and military/Government vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Transport material, equipment, and empty containers using Government vehicles, including trucks up to 5-ton.
• Load, unload, palletize, and secure cargo with tie-downs and tarps; weigh shipments as directed.
• Verify loads against manifests and inspect packaging for damage or leaks before transport.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and maintain trip tickets, driver logs, and proof-of-delivery records.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment (MHE) to support loading and warehouse operations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Professional development, training, and certification support.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection benefits.

What This Job Offers

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