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Motor Vehicle Operator-March 2024
Hawthorne
Mar 28, 2026
About Motor Vehicle Operator

  Amentum is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the Hawthorne Army Depot. The Motor Vehicle Operator will operate a variety of automobiles, pickup trucks, trucks and truck tractors with trailer or semi-trailer coupled by use of a turn able or pintle hook.

  Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

  Typical Responsibilities Include :

  Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees.

  Perform all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.

  Be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record.

  Work in close proximity to a demilitarization facility.

  Operate vehicles including automobiles, pickup trucks, trucks, and truck tractors with trailer or semi-trailer coupled by use of a turntable or pintle hook.

  Couples and uncouples trailers by manipulating fifth wheel, pintle hooks, lunettes, safety chains, brake hoses, and electrical connections.

  Follows Safety Data Sheet guidelines for handling, storage, and disposal of Hazardous Materials.

  Performs work responsibilities with supervisory guidance, applying accepted craft or trade techniques, good housekeeping practices, and safe, efficient work procedures.

  Develops load data and distributes and secures cargo accordingly.

  Installs protective covering as necessary.

  Marks dangerous or protruding cargo and attaches chains to vehicles.

  Assists with the loading and unloading of the truck; including operating MHE and location of material in the storage site, when the driver's absence from the truck will not create a safety or security problem.

  Performs operator inspections of assigned equipment, documents deficiencies on designated checklist and submits to Vehicle Maintenance for repair actions.

  Determines malfunctions, advises repairman, and prepares write-ups.

  Services equipment by replenishing items such as coolant, fuel, oil, and air as appropriate.

  Drains air tanks, filters, pumps, and segregators.

  Basic Qualifications:

  Must be 18 years of age or older and obtained a High School diploma/equivalent.

  Must be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment.

  Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

  Must be willing to work overtime, varying hours and/or rotating shifts.

  Must be willing and able to be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record.

  Must be willing and able to work in a procedurally compliant environment.

  Must be willing and able to work in an environmental and safety compliant environment.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  Must be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment.

  Must maintain fitness-for-duty standards to perform the essential functions of the position, to include any HWAD drill, contingency and/or emergency requirement.

  Ability to communicate clearly during normal and crisis situations.

  Must have Organizational skills and ability to perform detail-orientated work.

  Demonstrated willingness to be a team player.

  Minimum of two (2) years' experience operating tractor trailers and performing related operator maintenance required.

  Must be able to obtain and maintain all certifications required by Amentum’s Master Training Plan.

  Must be able to perform work duties routinely, in a safe and effective manner, remaining alert and aware of potential work/safety hazards at all times, and especially alert, while performing safety sensitive duties.

  Must have a valid State, Class A, CDL driver’s license with Hazardous Materials Endorsement.

  Must maintain the valid Class A, CDL and certifications during the course of employment.

  Desired Qualifications

  Possesses the ability to back in tractor and trailer and maneuver in tight areas in a safe manner.

  Possesses the ability to make quick, sound decisions while operating machinery/moving material in accordance with applicable regulations.

  Possesses general knowledge of various types of tractors, trailers, roll-offs, and other equipment.

  Possesses the ability to work effectively, safely and independently while following all applicable regulations.

  SECURITY CLEARANCE

  This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the requirements of the HWAD Medical Surveillance Plan and Matrix and the HWAD A&D Program. As a condition of employment, candidates and incumbents must favorably complete a personnel security investigation, drug testing, medical exam, and respiratory screening, and must meet and maintain personnel suitability and reliability requirements established by 29 CFR and Army Regulations: AR 190-11, AR 190-13 and DOD Contractors Safety Manual 4145.26.

  Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

  Labor Law Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs)

  EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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