88M Truck Driver

About the role

As a Truck Driver in the Army National Guard, you are the backbone of military support. By transporting cargo and supplies, you’ll play an integral role in keeping the Guard moving forward.

Job Duties

• Oversight and checking proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers
• Employ convoy defense techniques

Helpful Skills

• Experience in driver education
• Interest in driving and mechanics

Through your training

You will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with trucking, moving, or bus companies as a tractor, trailer, heavy truck, or bus driver. Earn While You Learn: Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training

• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT)

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable

Other Job Information

• Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information.
• Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.