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Truck driver job brief

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Truck Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. The successful applicant will be responsible for transporting goods from one location to another, ensuring timely delivery in a safe and efficient manner.

Truck driver responsibilities

  • Operate trucks safely, following all traffic laws and adhering to company policies and procedures.
  • Load and unload goods, ensuring that items are properly secured during transit.
  • Plan and follow the best routes, taking into account traffic and weather conditions to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Conduct regular vehicle inspections to maintain its safe operation, identifying and reporting any mechanical or electrical issues that require attention.
  • Communicate effectively with team members, dispatchers and clients, updating on delivery statuses and possible delays.
  • Adhere to safety protocols, such as wearing seat belts and personal protective equipment, as well as using safety lighting and appropriate safety gear.
  • Complete delivery logs and other necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Communicate courteously with other drivers, pedestrians, and road users.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a clean driving record
  • Proven working experience as a truck driver, with a minimum of three years’ experience
  • Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles
  • Knowledge of truck maintenance and repair, including identifying and reporting any mechanical or electrical issues
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as basic math skills, including reading maps, calculating distances and weights, and completing delivery logs and other necessary paperwork
  • Ability to work independently in solitary shifts or as part of a team, following written and verbal instructions
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed
  • Excellent work ethic and a commitment to providing the best service to customers
  • Physical fitness, as drivers may be required to lift, carry, and move heavy cargo
  • Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, as required by law

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role as a truck driver, please submit your resume for consideration.

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