MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR

This position requires current enlisted membership in the New York Army National Guard. You must have general experience following instructions and safely operating equipment, plus 12 months of specialized experience operating and maintaining straight-in-line trucks over 32,000 pounds GVW, truck tractors with trailers, and motor coaches on varied roads.

• Military Grade: Enlisted (any rank) in the New York Army National Guard.
• General Experience: Ability to follow instructions and safely operate the type of equipment required for the duties.
• Specialized Experience: 12 months operating and performing operator maintenance on straight-in-line trucks with GVW over 32,000 pounds.
• Experience operating truck tractors with semi-trailers or full trailers.
• Experience operating motor coaches.
• Experience driving on interstate highways, narrow country roads, and steep winding grades.
• Experience driving without mishap in complicated traffic situations.
• Must be a current member of the National Guard or Reserves, or willing and eligible to join the NYNG.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Education is not required for this position.

Operate straight-in-line trucks (GVW >32,000 lbs) to transport personnel, supplies, materials, or equipment.

• Operate truck tractors with semi-trailers or full trailers.
• Operate motor coaches for personnel transport.
• Perform operator maintenance on assigned vehicles, including pre-trip inspections and basic repairs.
• Manage interstate highways, narrow country roads, and steep winding grades safely.
• Drive in complicated traffic situations without mishap.
• Load and unload cargo, ensuring proper weight distribution and securement.
• Maintain vehicle logs and report any mechanical issues.

Current membership in the New York Army National Guard is required before appointment.

• Must wear the military uniform while on duty.
• Acceptance of this excepted service position constitutes concurrence with military membership requirements.
• May be required to complete a two-year trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license for the state of residence or principal employment.
• Subject to irregular and overtime hours, including compensatory time.
• This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP)
• pre-employment and random drug testing required.
• Must obtain or already possess a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) within one year if required.
• Covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (Lautenberg Amendment)
• conviction may disqualify.

Complete federal benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) with Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and employer matching.
• Paid annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays.
• Access to military benefits as a National Guard member, including tuition assistance and retirement.
• Stable full-time employment with the U.S. government.

This is a Title 32 Excepted Service position, not subject to competitive civil service rules.

• The position is located at 330 Old Niskayuna Road, Latham, NY 12110.
• Telework is not available for this role.
• If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, contact a National Guard recruiter before applying.
• The duties may significantly impact the environment; you must maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities.
• Contact the New York HRO at [email protected] with questions.
• This vacancy does not meet criteria for appointment of annuitants.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.

The New York Army National Guard is a reserve component of the U.S. Army, providing trained units and personnel for domestic emergencies and federal missions. The Logistics section manages supply, transportation, and maintenance operations to support readiness. This Motor Vehicle Operator position is part of that logistics team, ensuring equipment and personnel move safely and efficiently. Working here means serving your state and country while gaining valuable heavy vehicle experience and federal benefits.