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Updated March 14, 2024
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Example heavy truck driver requirements on a job description

Heavy truck driver requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in heavy truck driver job postings.
Sample heavy truck driver requirements
  • Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
  • Minimum of 2 years of truck driving experience
  • Knowledge of truck safety and maintenance
  • Ability to drive long distances and stay away from home
  • Ability to read and understand maps and GPS systems
Sample required heavy truck driver soft skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to adapt to different job tasks
  • Ability to manage stress and fatigue

Heavy truck driver job description example 1

KBR heavy truck driver job description

Title:
APS-3: Truck Driver, Heavy

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

Heavy Truck Driver duties include but not limited to:

The truck driver drives a truck to transport materials, merchandise, equipment, or workers between various types of establishments, and customers places of business. This driver may also load or unload trucks with helpers.

Additional duties are as follows:
When hauling a flatbed, step deck, or lowboy trailer load securement will have to be performed to include using ratchet straps, chains and binders, and securement dunnage.Loading rail cars will require setting out planks to drive from car to car and handling rail car binders to secure equipment to rail cars.Driver will have to climb in and out of vehicles on the rail.Hooking up various types of military style trailers requiring long periods of standing and bending to get items ready to haul or stage.Driver will be required to get the passenger endorsement added to their class A CDL.Drivers will be required to learn to operate various types of MHE equipment to include forklifts ranging from 4k to 30k, backhoes, bulldozers, skid steers, etc...

QUALIFICATIONS:
US CitizensMust be able to obtain and maintain local base access Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card ( CAC ) Ability to walk and stand regularly Ability to work outdoors in the heat and cold Ability to work overtime as required by production schedule Possess and maintain a Class (A) Commercial Drivers License ( CDL ) Possess and maintain a Bus Passenger endorsement on there Commercial Drivers License ( CDL )

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE ROLE. NO RELOCATION, NO PERDIEM, NO UPLIFTS AVAILABLE.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Heavy truck driver job description example 2

Clean Harbors heavy truck driver job description

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive wages with opportunity for overtime;
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;
  • Group 401K with company matching component;
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement;
  • Positive and safe work environments;
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times;
  • Vehicles operated, but not limited to Vacuum Trucks, Cusco, Air Movers, Guzzlers and Roll offs, Tankers;
  • Ability to be on call for emergency response (rotation schedule will vary by branch);
  • Maintain daily logs, time sheets, expense reports, dispatch and trip reports as well as vehicle inspection reports.

What does it take to work for Thermo Fluids/ Clean Harbors?

  • Class A CDL Required;
  • Hazmat & Tanker Endorsements required;
  • Ability to use a hand-held mobile computer required;
  • Experience operating Class A Tankers and Roll-Off Trucks preferred.

40-years of sustainability in action. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

We thank all those interested in joining the Clean Harbors team; however only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
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Heavy truck driver job description example 3

Vectrus heavy truck driver job description

The Truck Driver ensures safe operation of trucks based on individual's qualification, rated capacity, and endorsements to transport materials, merchandise, equipment, or workers between various locations or establishments. This position conducts before, during and after preventive maintenance checks and services and inspects equipment to ensure it's clean and in good working order. This position will operate any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds, or more, and any such vehicle towing a vehicle or trailer with a GBWR in excess of 10,000 pounds.
Responsibilities

Major Job Activities:

+ Complies with all Department of Transportation (DOT), Georgia Division of Motor Vehicles (GADMV), and Vectrus safety and licensing requirements

+ Performs before/during/after, operator level operations and safety equipment checks/inspections

+ Ensures all safety equipment is on-hand and serviceable

+ Loads and unloads trucks, or helps others with loading/unloading, operating any special loading related equipment on vehicle and other equipment as necessary

+ Performs other tasks as assigned by management

+ Ensures all load-related documentation is complete and accurate

+ Work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays; and works overtime as required

+ Other duties may be assigned to meet organizational/operation objectives

+ Job duties and responsibilities may change due to contractual requirements.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

+ Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather in a controlled traffic environment

+ Drivers may be exposed to dirt, fumes, inclement weather, extreme heat and cold, high/low humidity, blowing sand and dust

+ Drivers may work in confined spaces and at heights

+ Drivers may be required to wear a mask covering the nose and mouth

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

+ Must be able to lift a minimum of 10lbs no more than 50lbs without assistance.

+ Required to wear Personal Protective Safety Gear, such as a safety vest, safety shoes, and gloves in required areas.

+ Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time up to 8 hours.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certifications:

+ High School Diploma or equivalent

+ Specific contractual requirements regarding education and experience prevail where applicable.

+ Must have a valid State Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a hazmat endorsement

+ Current Medical Examiner's certificate and/or medical variance documents (i.e Vision, Skills Performance or Diabetic waivers, or other exemptions)

+ Must be able to pass a pre- employment drug screen.

Experience/Skills:

+ Two (2) years of continuous related driving experience

+ Clean Driving Record

+ Ability to effectively manage customer contact

+ Possess high ethical standards and demonstrate professionalism.

+ Strong problem solving skills

+ Ability to work independently or in a team-based, highly collaborative environment

+ Operates a variety of material handling equipment to include forklifts up to 30,000 pound load capacity and container handlers up to 53,000 pound load capacity

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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