Truck Driver Light (75% + Travel)

Truck Driver - Light (CDL) - U.S. Army Equipment Turn-In Site (Contractor)

The Truck Driver - Light is responsible for operating light and medium trucks (up to 10 tons) in support of Army equipment turn-in operations at a contractor-managed site. The driver ensures safe, efficient, and compliant transportation of materiel, tools, and small equipment between Army units, warehouses, and staging areas.


Responsibilities

Driving & Transportation Support

• Operate light/medium trucks, stake beds, box trucks, and flatbeds for local pick-up and delivery of equipment, supplies, and Class IX repair parts.
• Support unit turn-ins by transporting smaller vehicles, tool sets, and palletized loads between unit locations and the turn-in site.
• Assist with loading, securing, transporting, and unloading cargo in compliance with Army and DOT regulations.

Vehicle Maintenance & Inspection

• Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) before, during, and after missions.
• Report deficiencies and ensure vehicles are properly maintained and serviceable.
• Maintain driver logs, trip tickets, and inspection records in accordance with Army standards.

Documentation & Compliance

• Verify and process transport documents (DA Form 1348-1A, DD Form 1149, shipping manifests).
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Army regulations for safe cargo transport.
• Update records in logistics systems or logs as required to maintain accountability.

Safety & Security

• Comply with all Army and company safety requirements during loading/unloading and driving operations.
• Ensure cargo is properly packaged, marked, and secured prior to movement.
• Safeguard government property in transit and report accidents or incidents immediately.

Operational Support

• Assist warehouse, supply, and transportation staff with staging, loading, and offloading.
• Support mass turn-in operations by moving cargo between staging areas and storage/inspection locations.
• Provide status updates to the Transportation Coordinator and Site Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licensing:

• Army OF 346 military driver's license preferred (or ability to obtain).

Experience:

• 2-3 years of light/medium truck driving experience.
• Prior Army or contractor experience in supply/transportation operations preferred.

Knowledge Requirements:

• DOT and FMCSA regulations for light/medium trucks.
• Army supply and transportation documentation standards.
• Familiarity with AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DTR 4500.9-R.

Skills:

• Ability to operate light/medium trucks and MHE safely.
• Strong attention to detail for cargo securement and documentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must have a Real ID
• Must have a state of Texas driver's license
• Must be able to travel within the US when needed

Job ID

2026-23583
Work Type

On-Site
Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.


At AGL, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.


For our shareholders , AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations.

As an AGL employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.This role requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and adherence to U.S. Army, DOT, OSHA, and contract requirements.