Small Truck Driver
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation of driving small trucks to safely and reliably deliver cargo to destinations.
Description
Small truck drivers are professionals who transport cargo received from shippers to designated locations. They operate vehicles capable of carrying loads of 2 tons or less, conduct daily inspections and maintenance, handle loading and unloading operations, and manage operation logs. In addition to delivering efficiently on schedule, they emphasize safe driving, compliance with traffic regulations, and responsibility for protecting cargo condition. Geographical knowledge, ability to respond to road conditions, and customer interaction skills are also required.
Future Outlook
Stable job demand is expected due to increased logistics needs from EC market expansion, while acquiring skills to replace aging drivers and adapt to autonomous driving technology advancements is required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good at Time Management / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Every Other Day Work / Medium to Long-Distance Operations / Night Shift / Short-Distance Delivery
Career Path
Small Truck Driver (Junior) → Veteran Driver → Medium and Large Truck Driver → Operations Manager → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance / Map Navigation Operation / Operation Record Creation / Safe Driving
Recommended Skills
Basic Maintenance / Communication Skills (Customer Service) / Loading/Unloading Machine Operation / Route Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential for safe driving and preventing cargo damage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of driving and loading/unloading work. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure stress from long hours of driving or traffic congestion. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Primarily based on fixed routes and procedures, with minimal need for advanced analytical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine operation management and delivery tasks offer few opportunities for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex numerical tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
Aliases
- 2t Truck Driver
- Small Truck Driver
Related Jobs
- Large Truck Driver
- Medium Truck Driver
- Van/Wagon Driver