Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver

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• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
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• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Inspect motor vehicles.
• Record operational or production data.
• Record service or repair activities.
• Collect fares or payment from customers.
• Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
Secure cargo.
Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
Read maps to determine routes.
Connect cables or electrical lines.
Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
Verify information or specifications.
Inspect cargo areas for cleanliness or condition.
Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
Acquire supplies or equipment.
Remove debris or damaged materials.
Monitor cargo area conditions.
Direct material handling or moving activities.
Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.
Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
Choose optimal transportation routes or speeds.
Adjust routes or speeds as necessary.
Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured.
Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.
Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
Operate communications equipment or systems.
Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
Secure cargo.
Package materials or products.
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