Truck Driver, Heavy (ARY-Delivery) at Akima, LLC in Fort Hood, Texas

Job Description:

Akima Support Operations (ASO) provides logistics, facilities maintenance and operations, transportation and support services for mission-critical military installations and civilian agencies around the country. From the homes of U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command to the highways of suburban Virginia, ASO experts and professionals work behind the scenes to ensure smooth and continuous operations. Our personnel enjoy competitive benefits packages and challenging roles in work environments committed to safety, diversity and opportunity for career growth. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), 100% of our company’s profits go back to our more than 14,000 Iñupiat shareholders that have resided near and above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. Our business helps support their way of life and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived in a challenging environment.

The Heavy Truck Driver primarily transports, loads, unloads, stacks and stages ammunition, including rockets and ammunition residue. This driver may load or unload truck with forklift or other material handling equipment. Reviews paperwork and conducts inventory to ensure accuracy of load. Ensures loads are properly secured and the truck is properly placarded. Conducts daily vehicle inspections to ensure it is safe to transport ammunition. Makes minor mechanical, operator-level repairs to keep truck in good working order and reports deficiencies.

Heavy Truck Driver: Straight truck, over 4 tons, usually 10 wheels

Work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, inclement weather conditions, and areas with chemical or biological agents. Employee use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas. Such PPE includes but is not limited to head, foot, hand, respiratory, vision and hearing protective devices. Must wear steel toe/safety shoes at all times.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Hourly Compensation: $20.53

Minimum Qualifications: 

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  Commercial Driver’s License w/ Hazmat Endorsement

  
  


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  4+ years truck driving experience

  
  


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  Ability to obtain a CAC

  
  


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  Ability to receive a favorable T1 investigation determination upon hire

  
  


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  Must be a US Citizen with the ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening

  
  


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  Ability to complete Ammunition Courses: AMMO 75, 112, 67, 45, 31, 63, 68, and 64

  
  


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  Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 60 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, climbing, bending, squatting, and reaching.

  
  


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  Must be willing to work in all types of weather.

  
  

Desired Qualifications:  

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  Knowledgeable in U.S. Army maintenance procedures

  
  


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  U.S. Army 88M series MOS qualification or civilian equivalent

  
  


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  Ammunition certification: AMMO 75, 112, 67, 45, 31, 63, 68, and 64.

  
  


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  DOT accident free record

  
  


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  Drug free work ethic, with random urinalysis support

  
  


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  2+ forklift experience

  
  

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary.  We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

 

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you have a physical and/or mental disability and are interested in applying for employment and need special accommodations to use our website to apply for a position please contact, Recruiting Services at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053.   Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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