From the Founder
Nicholas Edmond Baucom — Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Two Marines Moving
Motor Transportation veterans usually do not need a long explanation. When they look at what we do at Two Marines Moving, the reaction is often simple:
"This fits."
And they are usually right.
Not because moving is the military.
Not because loading household goods is the same as transporting military cargo.
But because many of the underlying skills translate exceptionally well.
The mission changed.
The responsibility did not.
Motor Transport Is Real Work
It is not desk work.
It is not theory.
And it is not casual.
Anyone who served in a Motor Transportation role understands:
Long days
Real responsibility
Equipment accountability
Vehicle readiness
Timelines
Mission execution
That same reality exists at Two Marines Moving. This job is physical. This job involves trucks. This job requires planning, coordination, discipline, and execution.
Motor Transport veterans already operate comfortably in that environment.
A Quick Note from an 0311
As a Marine infantryman, I always had a healthy appreciation for Motor T. Not because I disliked humping. I actually enjoyed it. In six years as an 0311, I never fell out of a hump. That personal record probably means as much to me as some of the ribbons in my drawer.
And if we're being completely honest, I even fell asleep while humping a time or two. Most infantry Marines know exactly what I'm talking about. You get into a rhythm, drift off for a moment, then wake up when you walk into the pack in front of you. Suddenly you're refreshed and back in the fight.
But even though I enjoyed humping, I still appreciated what Motor T brought to the mission. When Motor T showed up with 5-tons, everybody benefited.
Personnel moved faster.
Equipment moved faster.
Supplies moved faster.
The mission moved faster.
During the Iraq years, Motor T also carried tremendous responsibility. This was the era of IEDs and VBIEDs. A lot of convoy routes were dangerous places to be. Truthfully, there were times I felt safer conducting a foot patrol than riding predictable road networks in the back of a 7-ton truck.
Motor Transport Marines operated in a challenging environment and carried responsibilities that many people outside the military never fully appreciate. As an infantry Marine, I respected that then. And I still do today.
God bless Motor T.
Somebody has to bring the trucks.
Accountability for Equipment Becomes Second Nature
One of the most valuable things Motor Transportation teaches is accountability.
The truck matters.
The equipment matters.
The cargo matters.
The inspection matters.
The details matter.
Motor Transport veterans learn quickly that small problems ignored early become larger problems later. That mindset translates directly into moving operations.
At Two Marines Moving:
The truck matters
The equipment matters
Furniture protection matters
Load organization matters
Accountability matters
Clients notice the difference.
Military Driver Training Is World-Class
The military produces exceptionally capable vehicle operators. Motor Transportation veterans are trained to:
Operate large vehicles safely
Conduct inspections properly
Understand load limitations
Understand weight distribution
Secure cargo correctly
Identify issues before they become problems
Operate under pressure without cutting corners
Those habits transfer remarkably well into civilian moving operations.
Motor Transportation MOSs Translate Cleanly
At Two Marines Moving, veterans from Motor Transportation and related specialties consistently perform well.
Marine Corps
3531 Motor Vehicle Operator
Transportation and Distribution Marines
Logistics Marines
Heavy Equipment Operators
Army
88M Motor Transport Operator
Transportation specialists
Logistics personnel
Heavy vehicle operators
Air Force
Vehicle Operations
Logistics Readiness
Transportation specialists
Navy
Logistics Specialists
Cargo and vehicle operations personnel
Coast Guard
Machinery Technicians
Logistics personnel
Equipment and vehicle operators
Space Force
Logistics and transportation support personnel
Different uniforms.
Different branches.
Same fundamentals.
The Truck Feels Familiar
Motor Transport veterans already understand:
Why straps matter
Why cargo shifting matters
Why inspections matter
Why shortcuts become expensive later
That mindset fits this profession naturally. And there is something else that usually gets a laugh.
Our standard moving trucks are F-650s.
A lot of former Motor T veterans take one look at them and immediately think: "Wait a minute... I've driven something about this size before."
The cargo is different.
The mission is different.
The truck is surprisingly familiar.
Driving Is Only Part of the Job
This is not a job where you spend all day behind the wheel. And that is a good thing. The work includes:
Driving
Loading
Furniture protection
Load securement
Team coordination
Client interaction
Mission execution
Motor Transportation veterans often appreciate this balance.
You drive.
You move.
You work.
You solve problems.
You complete the mission.
Structure Without Bureaucracy
A hierarchy
Leadership roles
Standards
Accountability
Clear expectations
Motor Transportation veterans usually adapt quickly because these concepts already feel familiar. They understand:
Timelines matter
Equipment accountability matters
Checklists matter
Standards matter
Responsibility matters
This is not chaos.
It is organized execution.
Flexibility That Actually Works
At Two Marines Moving:
Teammates choose the days they work
Schedules are planned in advance
Operations are built around availability
This works particularly well for:
Veterans in transition
Active-duty personnel seeking weekend work
GI Bill students
Veterans balancing family, school, or other responsibilities
Flexibility is valuable.
Flexibility without disorder is even more valuable.
Compensation Reflects Responsibility
Motor Transportation veterans understand something important: responsibility should be compensated. At Two Marines Moving:
Base pay is industry-leading
Pay is weekly
Gratuities can be significant
Leadership responsibility earns greater compensation
Effort tends to show up in the paycheck quickly and visibly. Most veterans appreciate that.
Not a Desk Job. Not a Free-for-All.
Probably not the right fit if you want:
Minimal responsibility
Minimal accountability
To sit all day
To avoid physical work
You will likely adapt quickly if you enjoy:
Trucks
Equipment
Teamwork
Physical work
Responsibility
Structured execution
The Bottom Line
Motor Transportation veterans already know how to:
Operate vehicles safely
Maintain equipment accountability
Work long days
Execute under pressure
Support team missions
Take responsibility for outcomes
The industry may be different.
The cargo may be different.
The mission may be different.
But the fundamentals feel familiar.
That is why Motor Transport Marines, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Guardians, and Coast Guardsmen consistently become strong performers at Two Marines Moving.
Different cargo.
Same responsibility.
Different mission.
Same accountability.
Different cargo. Same responsibility. Same mission mindset.
Mission First. Team Always.
Semper Fidelis,
Nicholas Edmond Baucom
Founder & Chief Executive Officer — Two Marines Moving
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