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Heavy Truck Driver CODE: C_21004_8417

Heavy Truck Driver Duties and Responsibilities

A typical workday varies depending on the route, but all heavy truck drivers shall possess commercial driver’s licenses (EU category C+E) and are responsible for efficiently and effectively transporting materials from one location to another. Heavy truck drivers maintain excellent records of materials picked up and delivered, along with miles (km) driven, tolls paid, and other activities while on the road.

Plan Routes and Schedules

Heavy truck drivers also need to plan routes and driving schedules, particularly for long-haul trips. In this aspect of the role, heavy truck drivers shall use GPS navigation technology to outline routes and determine the number of km they can cover in a day, and may also need to consider factors such as weight limits, hazardous materials regulations, weather, and traffic.

Conduct Vehicle Inspections and Maintenance

In this role, heavy truck drivers are also responsible for inspecting and maintaining their vehicles before driving, while on the road, and after making deliveries.

Coordinate Activities with Dispatchers

Heavy truck drivers coordinate with dispatchers and other logistics personnel while driving their routes. They frequently provide updates on delivery timelines, routes, miles driven, and breaks taken. 

Working hours

Heavy truck driver working hours are regulated by the European Union. The driver must record all activities in the tachograph! After the training period the Heavy truck drivers will operate solo the vehicles on multi-day trips within the European Union.