MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (T32)
Read straight from Army National Guard Units's careers page, verified 8h ago.Seekless can tailor your résumé to it.
Seekless can write your résumé for this posting first.
Before you apply
LocationMontgomery, Alabama, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 28, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live8h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
General experience: ability to follow instructions and safely operate the type of equipment required
Specialized experience: operating and performing operator maintenance on straight-in-line trucks with GVW >32,000 pounds
Experience operating truck tractors with semi-trailers or full trailers and motor coaches
Experience operating vehicles over interstate highways, narrow country roads, and steep winding grades
Experience driving vehicles without mishap in complicated traffic situations
Skills and knowledge to operate vehicles with limited maneuverability, more than one body, two braking systems, or oversized
Skill and ability to operate vehicles over various roads including interstate highways, narrow country roads, day and night driving, steep winding grades
Knowledgeable about turning vehicles, evaluating condition and load limits, scheduling weigh points, and assessing traffic conditions and hazards
Skill and ability in backing trailers in congested locations with limited space, applying dual braking system on steep grades, and maneuvering oversize vehicles safely
Knowledge of warehousing plans, accepted warehousing methods, supply procedures and techniques
Membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard
Eligible for immediate membership in Alabama Army National Guard
Minimum military rank: PVT
Maximum military rank: SFC
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (T32), Position Description Number D1907000 and is part of the AL USPFO, National Guard.
About the company
ORGANIZATION: AL USPFO, MONTGOMERY, AL
SELECTING OFFICIAL: WO1 M. OWENS
Duties
(1) Operates primarily straight-in-line trucks and/or truck tractors with semi-trailers which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight (GVW) of more than 32,000 pounds. Required to operate special purpose or auxiliary devices where a knowledge of such devices does not exceed the level of knowledge and skill required to operate the vehicle safely in complicated traffic situations. Couples and uncouples the truck tractor and semi-trailer, or truck and trailer, and connects and disconnects the air brakes and electrical lines. Maneuvers vehicles within close tolerances when driving and backing over uneven ground, in narrow or congested areas, between buildings and other vehicles, between parked aircraft and when positioning vehicles at loading docks. When driving tractor-trailer refueling trucks, they operate the vehicle’s auxiliary pumping system and verify correct grade or mixture of fuel is pumped, that the receiving equipment is grounded and fuel tanks are not overfilled. Also record type and quantity of fuel delivered. Check to ensure all cargo is secured to prevent shifting or falling in transit and to minimize the possibility of vehicle sway. Select the safest, most direct and legally allowed route to be followed and identify alternative routes to be used in the event of an emergency. Driver operates vehicles on interstate highways, winding roads, and steep grades and manipulates the dual braking system to prevent the semi-trailer or trailer from jackknifing. Assures cargo is properly loaded, distributed and secured. Performs operator maintenance on vehicles and trailers.
(2) Ensures shipping and accounting documents are with the shipment and reflect actual condition, quantities and type of material, including manual turn in and issue documents. Completes log books, maintenance records, reports and other transportation documents for accurate accounting. May identify, inspect, and segregate equipment or material as it is received for obvious damage and needed repairs.
(3) Prepares and submits requests for over-dimensional permits to Defense Movement Coordinator (DMC) for military movement involving military vehicles and through the Commercial Transportation Branch for non-military vehicles. Coordinates with units, maintenance activities, Central Issue Facility (CIF), Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO), Property Book Office (PBO), and Single Stock Fund Activities for pick up and delivery. When appropriate, ensures transported items meet demilitarization standards (for example drainage statements, tanks are purged and weapons), and appropriate certification/verification accompanies the items.
(4) Performs warehouse work, as required, to include issuing, receiving and inventorying equipment, supplies and materials; loading and unloading of trucks; storing and pulling warehouse stock; packing and unpacking material; and repairing or replacing items on equipment. Operates electric, gasoline or diesel-powered forklift trucks.
(5) Performs a variety of servicing and operator preventive maintenance work on assigned vehicles.
(6) Accomplishes the full spectrum of support for state and Federal National Guard operations, training, readiness missions, natural disasters, and Homeland Defense/Defense Support of Civil Authorities (HLD/DSCA).
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Army National Guard recruiter at 800-464-8273 prior to applying for this position.
**MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: PVT
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: SFC
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE**: Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to follow instructions and safely operate the type of equipment required to accomplish the duties of the position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to operate and perform operator maintenance on straight-in-line trucks which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight of more than 32,000 pounds. Experience demonstrating ability to operate truck tractors with semi-trailers or full trailers and motor coaches. Experience operating vehicles over a variety of roads including interstate highways, narrow country roads, and on steep winding grades. Experience driving vehicles without mishap in complicated traffic situations.
SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE:
–Requires skills and knowledge to operate vehicles that have limited maneuverability; have more than one body and two breaking systems; or are oversized.
–Skill and ability to operate these vehicles over a variety of roads including interstate highways, narrow country roads, day and night driving, and on steep winding grades.
–Extremely knowledgeable about turning the vehicles, in evaluating the condition and load limits, in scheduling weigh points, and in accessing traffic conditions and hazards, locally and over long-distance routes in unfamiliar geographic areas.
–Knowledgeable, skill and ability in backing trailers in congested locations with limited space, applying the dual braking system on steep grades to preclude jackknife situation, and maneuver oversize vehicles safely under all driving conditions and environments.
–Knowledge of warehousing plans and accepted warehousing methods, supply procedures and techniques.
Education
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION IS NOT CONSIDERED FOR WAGE GRADE POSITIONS.
How you will be evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Required documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2.
Other supporting documents: SF-50s and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.
How to apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13102359
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Other information
Legal
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
**This position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.**