Truck Driver, Heavy

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

The Truck Driver, Heavy is responsible for coordinating with and advising requesting units regarding support times and specific movement requirements. This position is also responsible for supervision of loading and unloading, relocation of miscellaneous cargo as needed, submittal required periodic reports, coordinating service and repairs, and attends training as required as well as adhering to all DOT safety and licensing requirements.

Drive 2,500-gallon fuel tanker and dispense fuel for contract vehicles as required.

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

MAJOR JOB

ACTIVITIES:

• Ensures vehicle inspections (PCMS) are conducted and discrepancies corrected by operator, when possible, or vehicles are turned in for maintenance.
• Accountable for keeping truck and associated equipment clean.
• Inspects trailer before and after trips, recording and defects.
• Supports organizational safety program and emphasizes avoidance of accidents and follows accident procedures, should an accident occur.
• Provides line haul support over state-approved highways as needed, which may include overnight stay.
• Ensures all training, safety, and required licensing stays up-to-date and complies with all DOT requirements.
• Responsible for performance basic vehicle maintenance, such as adding oil, radiator fluid, or fuel, as well as performing minor repairs.
• Examines condition of trailers after unloading to ensure there is no damage.
• Couples/Uncouples trailers by changing jack positions, connects/disconnects air or electrical lines, or manipulates fifth-wheel locks.
• Ensures all load-related documentation is complete and accurate.
• Reads and interprets maps to determine vehicle routes.
• Loads and unloads trucks, or helps others with loading/unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on vehicle and other equipment a necessary.
• Clears debris from loaded trailers.
• Cranks trailer landing gear up or down, safely securing vehicles.
• Performs emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires, tire chains, installation of light bulbs, or replacing spark plugs.
• Places empty carts/pallets inside trailers to use in facilitating placement and movement of goods.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management.
• Job duties and responsibilities may change due to contractual requirements.

MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:

• Truck (Heavy) and Trailer
• Steel Toe shoes may be required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas. Such PPE includes, but is not limited to:
  Face Mask, head, foot, hand, vision, hearing protective devices, and reflective vest.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather in a controlled traffic environment.
• Drivers are exposed to dirt and fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving or from falling objects when loading and unloading the vehicle.
• Activities will revolve around extended periods of sitting and driving.
• Visual acuity necessary to detect potential safety hazards and road hazards.

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITIES:

• Must be able to walk on uneven ground and within work various sites.
• Ability to sit for prolong periods of time in driver's seat.
• Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years of Truck Driving/Tractor-Trailer rigs preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class
  
  A)
• Must be able to maintain driving privileges aboard the Fort Bragg Installation.
• Current Medical Examiner's certificate and/or medical variance documents (i.e. Vision, Skills Performance or Diabetic waivers, or other exemptions)
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and random drug screening if selected.

EXPERIENCE
:

• Must have 1 year experience and the ability to maintain a…