Army Truck Drivers Entry-Level

Position Overview

THIS JOB REQUIRES ENLISTING/JOINING THE U.S. ARMY. This entry-level position as an Army Truck Driver requires no prior experience. When you enlist, you become part of a team of Soldiers and secure your future with a career in the Active Duty Army (full‐time) or in the Army Reserves. You will gain leadership skills, college credit, and job‐security alongside compensation and great benefits. In order to qualify, you must meet the minimum enlistment requirements including passing background and medical screenings, and achieving qualifying scores on the ASVAB.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate all wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways.
• Manage loading, unloading, and ensure the safety of personnel being transported.
• Oversee and check proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers.
• Employ convoy defense techniques.
• Identify, correct, or report all vehicle deficiencies.
• Prepare vehicles for movement/shipment by air, rail, or vessel.
• Attend paid Basic and Advanced Training.

Required Qualifications

• Age: between 17 and 34 years old.
• Education: Current Senior in High School, HS Diploma, GED (or higher).
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must speak and read English.
• Pass an extensive background check and drug screening.
• Pass a comprehensive medical exam.
• Achieve a passing score on the ASVAB.

Benefits & Perks

• Enlistment bonus up to $40,000 (varies by job and individual qualifications).
• Education benefits including Tuition Assistance ($4,000 annually) and GI Bill (up to $108,000 for 36 months).
• Paid training (Basic and Advanced).
• 30 days of paid vacation earned every year.
• Additional living expenses for dependents.
• Various contract lengths available (typically 2 to 6 years).