Truck drivers typically work for a shipping company or for a large corporation that manages its own supply chain and delivery. Truck Drivers often drive long distances, either in state or cross-country. Truck Drivers must possess a commercial driver’s license, and they must be trained in safe driving best practices. Truck Drivers often assist with loading and unloading their vehicle. Truck Drivers are responsible for ensuring that their goods arrive safely and on schedule.
Que fait un Truck Driver ?
A Truck Driver, or Transporter, is responsible for transporting goods from one location to another. Their job duties include loading their vehicles, abiding by traffic laws and ensuring safe unloading and delivery at their destination.
Responsabilités
Un Truck Driver doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Truck Driver doit être capable d'exécuter :
Long-distance driving
Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
Obeying and following applicable traffic laws
Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle
Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations
Ensuring any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving
Compétences requises
Un Truck Driver compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Strong knowledge of safety regulations, to be familiar with not just traffic laws but rules regarding how often they are required to rest, maximum miles driven and the like
A clean driving record, or they can have their license suspended or revoked
Physical fitness, since Truck Drivers are required to pass a physical exam every two years
Hand-eye coordination, since they must coordinate their hands, legs and eyes to maintain a fast reaction time on the roads
Visual and hearing acuity, in accordance with federal regulations which mandate that truck drivers have to hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, have at least 20/40 vision, a 70-degree field of vision and the ability to distinguish the colors of traffic lights
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