Occupation information for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers United States

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Typical education needed for entry: Postsecondary certificate

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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• Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
• Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure.
• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
• Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
• Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.

Tools:

• Dump trucks
• Flatbed trailers
• Forklifts
• Lifts
• Trailer hitches

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Inventory management software
• Route navigation software
• Word processing software

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