Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler) NA-08.

Obsolete Site; Fort Knox (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401k

Paid time off and federal holidays

Job summary

Army NAF at Fort Knox, KY invites applications for a Motor Vehicle Operator role. A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required, along with the ability to operate light and heavy gasoline/diesel vehicles and a forklift as needed.

Responsibilities include transporting equipment and supplies, loading and unloading cargo, and supporting staff with facility and equipment maintenance. The position follows safety rules, physical requirements (up to 50 pounds), and a random drug test, with

Qualifications

• Must possess/maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Ability to read, understand, and apply instructions and other materials related to the job.
• Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools, equipment and applicable vehicles based on gross weight.
• Must be able to meet the requirements for normal supervision and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, light and heavy, on and off post to transport equipment and supplies; forklift as required.
• Observe time schedules and traffic regulations.
• Assist with loading and unloading cargo and materials.
• Drive in varied conditions including congested highways and mountain roads.
• Provide maintenance support to facility, vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance such as oil changes.
• Use and maintain tools and equipment appropriate for the job.

Skills

CDL

Vehicle operation

Vehicle maintenance

Load/unload

Reading instructions

Safety regulations

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Duties

• Requires knowledge of the various forms and documents used for the issue, receipt and storage of materials.
• Operates gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, both light and heavy, on and off post to transport equipment and supplies. Operates a forklift as required.
• Observes time schedules and traffic / driving regulations
• Assists with loading and unloading cargo and materials
• Drives in a variety of driving situations such as congested highways, metropolitan areas, narrow country or mountain roads, and steep winding grades
• Provides assistance and support to the staff in maintaining and upkeeping of the facility, vehicles and equipment.
• Provides a variety of tasks involving the maintenance and minor repairs of vehicles and equipment including routine (i.e.. oil changes)

Duties

• Requires knowledge of the various forms and documents used for the issue, receipt and storage of materials.
• Operates gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, both light and heavy, on and off post to transport equipment and supplies. Operates a forklift as required.
• Observes time schedules and traffic / driving regulations
• Assists with loading and unloading cargo and materials
• Drives in a variety of driving situations such as congested highways, metropolitan areas, narrow country or mountain roads, and steep winding grades
• Provides assistance and support to the staff in maintaining and upkeeping of the facility, vehicles and equipment.
• Provides a variety of tasks involving the maintenance and minor repairs of vehicles and equipment including routine (i.e.. oil changes)

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Health and immunizations required. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Drug test is required. This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP)
• A TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

Experience and training that equip the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position consistent with accepted practices of the trade. Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools, equipment and applicable vehicles based on gross weight (32,000 pounds). Ability to read, understand, and apply instruction and other materials related to the job. Ability to do the work of the position under normal supervision.

Training/education Or Experience Must Include The Following

• Skill in operating vehicles over a variety of roads and assessing traffic conditions and hazards
• Knowledge and skill in basic vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs
• Skill in using judgment to load and unload individuals or cargo/supplies, clearances, turning radius, safe braking distances, connect and disconnect air brakes and electrical lines as needed, etc.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety regulations to determine when mechanical or operational problems indicate that vehicles are unsafe for operation.
• Required to possess/maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL). *Must upload with application.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who the local commuting area.

Manual Application Option

• If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
• Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 PM on 10/28/2026 to ensure timely processing.
• Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

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