Light Truck Drivers
Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), primarily to pick up merchandise or packages from a distribution center and deliver. May load and unload vehicle.
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Salary Information
Light Truck Drivers: $44,140 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation. | General |
| Inspect motor vehicles. | General |
| Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions. | General |
| Collect fares or payment from customers. | General |
| Load shipments, belongings, or materials. | General |
| Verify information or specifications. | General |
| Process customer bills or payments. | General |
| Record details of deliveries or shipments. | General |
| Read maps to determine routes. | General |
| Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments. | General |
| Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards. | General |
| Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment. | General |
| Maintain vehicles in good working condition. | Maintenance |
| Maintain work equipment or machinery. | Maintenance |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Automatic routing software | Route navigation software |
| Computerized inventory tracking software | Inventory management software |
| Eko | Desktop communications software |
| FreightDATA | Industrial control software |
| IBM Domino | Communications server software |
| Internet browser software | Internet browser software |
| Inventory management systems | Inventory management software |
| Package location and tracking software | Industrial control software |
| Vehicle location and tracking software | Industrial control software |
| Recordkeeping software | Data base user interface and query software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Driver License (CDL) | Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration | Not Available |
| Route Driver Certification | National Automatic Merchandising Association | Not Available |