Motor Transport Operator

Overview

Motor transport operators are primarily responsible for supervising or operating wheel vehicles to transport personnel and cargo. They are the backbone of the Army’s support and sustainment structure, providing advanced mobility on and off the battlefield.

Job Duties

• Operate all-wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways.
• Manage load, unload, and safety of personnel being transported.
• Oversee and check proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers.
• Employ convoy defense techniques.
• Identify, correct, or report all vehicle deficiencies.
• Prepare vehicle for movement/shipment by air, rail, or vessel.
  
  

Requirements

Complete (ASVAB) that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a motor transport operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in simulation — yet over 200 training hours are spent in actual vehicles and field training environments.

Helpful Skills

• Experience in driver education.
• Interest in driving and mechanics.
  
  

Required ASVAB Score(s)

• Operators & Food (OF): 85.
  
  

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

Earn Cash For In-Demand Jobs

You could earn up to $50,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.

Education Benefits

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with trucking, moving or bus companies, or with businesses that have their own delivery fleets. You’ll be able to consider a future as a tractor-trailer truck, tank truck, and heavy truck or bus driver.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military-friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

• Rush Enterprises
• Ruan Transportation Mgt. Sys. Inc.
• D. M. Bowman, Inc.
• Liquid Transport Corp
• Transport Corporation of America, Inc.
• Sentinel Transportation, LLC
• Nationwide Truck Brokers, Inc.
• J. B. Hunt Transportation, Inc.
• Total Quality Logistics, LLC
• TMC Transportation, Inc.
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• High School Diploma.
• No ongoing medical issues.
• Meet height and weight standards.
• Adhere to Military Tattoo Policy.
• At least 18-42 years of age.
  
  

Benefits

• Full Medical Benefits.
• Full Dental Benefits.
• Full Ride scholarship with housing allowance and stipend for books.
• 30 days of paid vacation per year.
• Clothing allowance.
• Food Allowance.
• Retirement Plan.
  
  

About U.S. Army Landstown

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