Medium Truck Driver
ちゅうがたトラックうんてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that drives medium trucks to transport cargo safely and efficiently to its destination.
Description
Medium truck drivers obtain a medium vehicle driving license and use trucks to transport cargo received from shippers to designated locations. Main duties include loading and unloading cargo, vehicle inspections, ensuring safe driving, managing delivery schedules, and creating operation logs. Delivery ranges vary from long to short distances, requiring adaptation to road conditions and weather, as well as communication with shippers and customers.
Future Outlook
Stable job demand is expected due to the expansion of the e-commerce market and increasing logistics needs. In the future, acquiring skills to adapt to autonomous driving technology and EV trucks will be required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Good at Time Management / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Long-distance Delivery / Night Shift / Shift Work / Short-distance Delivery / Two Days Off Per Week
Career Path
Driver (Experienced) → Driver Instructor → Transport Manager → Logistics Company Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance / Cargo Securing / Medium Vehicle Driving License / Safe Driving
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation (Delivery Management System) / Forklift Operation / GPS Navigation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for safe driving and securing loads. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed for long hours of driving and cargo handling work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to endure long hours of driving and pressure to meet deadlines. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required in the job. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical analysis is hardly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Medium Vehicle Driving License
Aliases
- Medium Driver
- Medium Truck Driver
- Truck Driver
Related Jobs
- Bus Driver
- Delivery Driver
- Heavy Truck Driver
- Small Truck Driver