Government Jobs Available?

I'm a month into a five and one half month program to receive a class A. CDL. I'm beginning to look into finding work after I get my CDL. Are there federal government jobs available for drivers with a class A CDL? Like in the department of defense? Could you point me in the right direction on where to look? Like what to Google or which government website to surf?

The main website is usajobs.gov Most agencies are required to post there first. Be prepared to wait. The lead time can take up to three months for some jobs. You also have to write your resume in a very specific format, or they will toss it. Federal jobs can be great but they are tough to get.

I worked for the USPS for 18 years and quit last summer. It was pure hell... but I can tell you that most govt driving jobs have been contracted out to private companies. They do still have some so you might want to look at usps.go and click on careers... they do not have to post on the USA jobs site cause they are PS grades not GS. Keep in mind that all govt jobs require written tests. At the PO the window to apply is only two weeks ans the test is good for 3 years.... meaning it could take FOUR years to take the test and another 3 years to get called for the job.

Also... due to the economy and downsizing.... most depts have a hiring freeze. When I started... I had to work as a temp for 3 years to get hired permanently. Some have already been waiting 8 years.

Not trying to discourage you.... try... but don't think it will happen overnight. I would find a job 3lsewhere first and keep trying federal if that is what you want. But don't only go feseral

I'm a month into a five and one half month program to receive a class A. CDL. I'm beginning to look into finding work after I get my CDL. Are there federal government jobs available for drivers with a class A CDL? Like in the department of defense? Could you point me in the right direction on where to look? Like what to Google or which government website to surf?

Kevin -

You have a few things working against you, as result of the current administration many of the federal departments have taken major budget cuts; it also election year which compounds the problem, it is almost the final quarter of the FY and then the holidays will be approaching once you earn your CDL. As previously mentioned the only way you can get onboard with a a Federal position is to submit your resume and apply as usajobs.gov.

My recommendation would be upon completion of earning your CDL is to get some miles/experience under your belt than apply for a driving position with Federal (that if you still want).

^scott

Btw... many of the contractors pay by hour and not the mile. Without OTR experience you would earn a great deal less than what you could otr....and federal could still be otr

I worked for the USPS for 18 years and quit last summer. It was pure hell... but I can tell you that most govt driving jobs have been contracted out to private companies. They do still have some so you might want to look at usps.go and click on careers... they do not have to post on the USA jobs site cause they are PS grades not GS. Keep in mind that all govt jobs require written tests. At the PO the window to apply is only two weeks ans the test is good for 3 years.... meaning it could take FOUR years to take the test and another 3 years to get called for the job.

Also... due to the economy and downsizing.... most depts have a hiring freeze. When I started... I had to work as a temp for 3 years to get hired permanently. Some have already been waiting 8 years.

Not trying to discourage you.... try... but don't think it will happen overnight. I would find a job 3lsewhere first and keep trying federal if that is what you want. But don't only go feseral

They do still have some so you might want to look at usps.go and click on careers... they do not have to post on the USA jobs site cause they are PS grades not GS.

I stand corrected. I only knew about usajobs because I applied for a position years ago.