88M Truck Driver

About the role

As a Truck Driver in the Army National Guard, you are responsible for operating all wheeled vehicles and equipment over various terrain and roadways. Your primary duties include overseeing and checking proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers, employing convoy defense techniques, managing the safety of personnel being transported, identifying, correcting, or reporting vehicle deficiencies, and preparing vehicles for movement/shipping by air, rail, or vessel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and check proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers
• Employ convoy defense techniques

Requirements

• Experience in driver education
• Interest in driving and mechanics
• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

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

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)