U.S. Army
Location
Brockton, MA | United States
Job description
MOTOR TRANSPORT OPERATOR
OVERVIEW:
Motor transport operators are primarily responsible for supervising or operating wheel vehicles to transport personnel and cargo. They are the backbone of the Army’s support and sustainment structure, providing advanced mobility on and off the battlefield.
JOB DUTIES:
Requirements:
TRAINING:
Job training for a motor transport operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in simulation - yet over 200 training hours are spent in actual vehicles and field training environments.
HELPFUL SKILLS:
EDUCATION BENEFITS:
FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS:
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with trucking, moving, or bus companies, or with businesses that have their own delivery fleets. You'll be able to consider a future as a tractor-trailer truck, tank truck, heavy truck, or bus driver.
Key Healthcare Benefits:
TRICARE Health Plan: As a member
of the U.S. Army, you and your family can be covered under the TRICARE Health Plan – a top-tier healthcare program that provides medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
No-Cost Healthcare:
Active-duty members receive medical and dental care at no cost. Your family can also receive healthcare services at military or civilian facilities through TRICARE at little or no cost.
Comprehensive Dental Care:
Receive annual dental check-ups, cleanings, and necessary treatments.
Vision Coverage:
Coverage includes routine eye examinations and potential discounts on eyewear or corrective surgery.
Health & Wellness Programs:
Engage in preventive health programs, counseling services, fitness resources, and more to ensure you remain in the best of health.
Maternity and Paternity Benefits:
Expectant mothers receive comprehensive prenatal, labor, and postnatal care. New parents are also entitled to maternity and paternity leave.
Long-term Care:
Access to resources and programs that assist with long-term health needs or disabilities.
Mental Health Services:
Prioritizing the mental well-being of our service members, the U.S. Army offers counseling, therapy, and other mental health resources.
Specialized Medical Training:
Depending on your role, you may receive specialized medical training, ensuring that you're equipped with the skills to treat and manage a variety of health situations.
Why the U.S. Army:
Professional Growth:
Engage in continued learning, training, and career advancement opportunities.
Diverse Opportunities:
From combat medic specialists to medical officers, choose a role that fits your passion and expertise.
Community:
Join a tight-knit community that prioritizes camaraderie, service, and mutual support.
The U.S. Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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