Under designated supervision, operates a motor vehicle tractor-trailer combination coupled by the use of a turntable or pintle hook; may include a sleeper; scheduled or specified routes may require crossing state/country lines and involve travel time in excess of 24 hours and team driving. GVW exceeding 32,000 lbs. Vehicles are primarily driven for pickup/delivery of merchandise. Performs related duties such as signing for and obtaining required receipts; checking merchandise for damage/overage/shortage and loading/unloading merchandise as required. (GVW is to be used as a guideline only. Critical to the grade level determination are the 4 factors: skills & knowledge, responsibility, physical effort and working conditions.)
Job Qualifications
Education: High school or equivalent. Creditable job-related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a 9 month for 9-month basis.Specialized experience: 2 years of experience in operating motor vehicles, heavy trucks, tractor-trailers with gross vehicle weight of up to 80,000 pounds, etc. Must possess a valid Class A commercial drivers license, with double trailer endorsement, and have a clean driving record for the last 3 years. Must be able to operate a standard shift transmission. A hazardous material endorsement is preferred.
If a sufficient number of qualified candidates do not apply, the minimum qualifications may be lowered without reposting.
Major Duties
Operates a motor vehicle tractor-trailer combination in the pick-up and delivery of merchandise which may include driving over turnpikes, freeways, interstates and/or congested urban areas. Signs for and obtains required receipts for cargo, checks to ensure loads conform to receipts, notes overage/shortage/damaged merchandise.
Loads/unloads vehicles and trailers as required, exercising responsibility for the safety and security of the cargo.
Performs preventive maintenance such as checking oil, tires, battery, lights, general operating conditions and reports any deficiencies noted in the checking or operation of assigned vehicle which are beyond the drivers capacity to correct. Checks vehicle and/or trailers for properly completed maintenance and repair work when picking up vehicle from a repair shop.
Maintains and posts pertinent forms/documents in accordance with appropriate regulations/policies.
May be required to make local deliveries and pickups as necessitated by the workload.
May be required to operate materials handling equipment (MHE) and perform other routine warehouse duties.
Ensures the security of cash, fixed assets and merchandise. Ensures compliance with fire, safety, sanitation and security regulations. Initiates work orders for repair and maintenance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Our Focus
We are seeking associates who have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer experience and a passion for serving those who serve, our Soldiers, Airmen and their families.
Who We Are
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, also known as "the Exchange," is the retailer on US Army and Air Force installations worldwide. An $8 billion enterprise ranked among the top retailers, the Exchange operates department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, movie theaters and an internet shopping site to serve Soldiers, Airmen and their families. In addition to US bases in Germany, Italy, England, Turkey, South Korea and Japan, the Exchange operates stores for US troops in Iraq, Afghanistan and other countries in the region. The Exchange ensures Soldiers and Airmen have access to US goods and services, wherever they serve.