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Truck Driver Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Truck Driver job title

An effective job title wiil typically include a general term, the level of experience and any special requirements. The general term will optimize your job title to show up in a general search for jobs of the same nature. The level of experience will help you attract the most qualified applicants by outlining the amount of responsibility and prior knowledge required. And if your position is specialized, consider including the specialization in the job title as well. But avoid using internal titles, abbreviations or acronyms to make sure people understand what your job posting is before clicking.

  • Truck Driver
  • Truck Driver (5+ Years’ Experience)
  • Class A Truck Driver
  • Truck Driver (Part-Time)
  • Delivery Driver
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Truck Driver Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Job description

*Operating a Truck Mounted Road sweeping vehicle for 08 hours a day for 06 days a week at the client’s site. (Training will be provided to the candidate)

*He should hold a valid HEAVY Vehicle Driving Licence. (HMV license)

*
  • Job site is at RMZ, Ecoworld, OUTER RING ROAD,Bengaluru .*

    LOCAL Candidates WILL BE Preferred. Candidate Should KNOW HOW TO SPEAK IN HINDI Language.

    Minimum Education 10th Pass

    *Candidate must manage his own accommodation and food. The company will NOT GIVE food and accommodation facilities.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹18,000.00 - ₹19,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Life insurance
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Weekend availability

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Bengaluru, Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • total work: 1 year (Preferred)

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    • Example 2

    General responsibility

    Attend regularly scheduled event office meets.

    Ensure timely and safe conveyance of staff and materials to and from event venues instructed by HODs.

    To be organized and safely drive the office vehicles, and comply with all traffic rules.

    Use standard maps or GPS to map safe routes to destinations, to ensure that the timelines are met.

    Report any case of accident, injury, or damage of vehicles to the Supervisor or Manager.

    Responsible for bringing snacks/meals for the staff as instructed by HODs during events.

    Perform other routine work like office work, bank work, collection/delivery of documents/parcels, and so on.

    Assist in loading/unloading of inventory pre/post-event as per the guidelines set by management.

    Assist Lighting, Audio, Video, and Staging departments as required.

    To maintain a consistent attendance record and report to work/ site/meetings on time.

    To be in full uniform attire provided by the company at all times on site.

    Maintenance and repairs

    Perform both preventive and regular maintenance of vehicles only at authorized workshops.

    Check oil and tyres properly and ensure that the vehicles are constantly kept clean, tidy, and in good working condition at all times.

    Refuel the vehicles, check and repair any minor issues with prior permission from the Manager.

    Schedule annual vehicle examinations for service vehicles with the Transportation Department and apply for the renewal of the vehicle license.

    Keep a track of the truck insurance renewals.

    Keep a note of the monthly mileage records.

    Keep all records, including receipts for vehicle maintenance.

    Candidate Requirement

    Must hold a valid heavy or professional licence.

    Flexibility with timings is a must.

    Requirements:

    Proven experience as a Truck Driver.
    A valid heavy vehicle license.
    A clean driving record.
    Knowledge of area roads and neighborhoods.
    Availability to work night shifts.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹16,000.00 - ₹17,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Food allowance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time

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    +91 Start Date: 31/07/2022

    • Truck Driver job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of a Truck Driver job summary

    Do you love driving a truck but hate the nights spent away from home? You might flourish in our open position for a local Truck Driver. As long as you live within 75 Km of one of our terminals, we want to talk to you. We’re looking for a safe, courteous driver who values a predictable schedule. Our company makes safety our number one priority, which is reflected in our impeccable safety record. We maintain our entire fleet with dedicated precision, and we don’t employ owner-operators, so we retain control over our vehicles. We pay weekly, including mileage.

    Truck Driver responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Complete a daily truck log and submit reports of mileage covered at EOD
    • Observe and report equipment or mechanical failures immediately
    • Manage routes and routines so they proceed in the most efficient way possible
    • Find ways to conserve resources, including fuel, to benefit the business
    • Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public
    • Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle at the end of the shift and report any problems or damage to management
    • Comply with all DOT and in-house regulations and rules

    Truck Driver qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Diploma required
    • Driving license in good standing
    • No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years
    • No DWI/DUI in last 10 years
    • 2+ years’ commercial driving experience required
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    Job Description Examples

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