Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Code: 53-3032.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
CDL Driver (Commercial Driver's License Driver)
Driver
Line Haul Driver
Log Truck Driver
Over the Road Driver (OTR Driver)
Production Truck Driver
Road Driver
Semi Truck Driver
Tractor Trailer Driver
Truck Driver
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure.
- Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Frequently Asked Questions About Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Salaries for a Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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