Trailer Truck Driver (Refrigerated and Frozen Trucks)
とれーらーとらっくうんてんしゅ（れいとう・れいぞうしゃ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Delivery, Transportation, and Machine Operation Occupations
- Middle : Truck Driving Occupations
- Minor : Trailer Truck Drivers
Summary
A job that involves driving refrigerated and frozen trailer trucks to transport cargo requiring temperature control, such as food, over long distances.
Description
Trailer Truck Driver (Refrigerated and Frozen Trucks) drives trailers with refrigeration and freezing functions to handle long-distance transportation of cargo requiring temperature control, such as food and pharmaceuticals. Before departure, they perform vehicle inspections and temperature settings, and during transport, they monitor temperature and cargo conditions. While ensuring traffic safety, they execute delivery plans on schedule, perform unloading tasks, and create/confirm related documents. Long-hour driving and nighttime operations are common, requiring responses to road conditions and weather changes, and compliance with laws and regulations.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the EC market and increasing emphasis on food safety, the demand for temperature-controlled transportation remains stable. Labor shortages are intensifying, and job openings are expected to remain high. With the introduction of autonomous driving technology, drivers' roles may shift toward operations management and loading/unloading tasks.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Has self-management skills / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Delivery / Early morning and late night shifts / Long-distance driving / Overnight stays / Regular route delivery
Career Path
Driver Apprentice → Heavy Truck Driver → Senior Driver → Operations Manager → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Heavy Trailer Driving / Route Planning / Safe Driving Knowledge / Temperature Control Technology / Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
Recommended Skills
English (Import/Export Operations) / Forklift Operation / GPS Navigation Operation / Loading/Unloading Work / Operation Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to changes in weather and road conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small abnormalities such as temperature fluctuations or cargo shifts cannot be overlooked. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of vehicle driving and loading/unloading work. |
| Stress Tolerance | The ability to endure long hours of driving and delivery deadline pressures is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is easily routinized, and routine tasks are emphasized over originality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Sufficient with basic driving records rather than complex mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Large Vehicle License
- Trailer License
Aliases
- Frozen Trailer Driver
- Reefer Trailer Driver
- Refrigerated Trailer Driver
Related Jobs
- Cargo Truck Driver
- Heavy Truck Driver
- Refrigerated and Frozen Truck Driver