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Careers / Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers |
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| Summary Description |
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Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), primarily to deliver or pick up merchandise or to deliver packages. May load and unload vehicle. |
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| Sample Job Titles |
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Baggageman |
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Bulk Delivery Driver |
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Car Escort |
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Deliverer |
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Delivery Driver |
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Delivery Person |
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Directory Carrier |
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Distributor of Directories |
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Distributor Operator |
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10. |
Driver |
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Driver/Merchandiser |
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Errand Runner |
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Escort Vehicle Driver |
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Explosives Truck Driver |
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Food Service Agent |
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Food Service Driver |
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Grocery Worker |
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Independent Driver |
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Liquid Fertilizer Servicer |
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Local Truck Driver |
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Mail Messenger Contractor |
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Order Runner |
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Order Worker |
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Package Car Driver |
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Package Delivery Driver |
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Parcel Post Truck Driver |
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Parts Driver |
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Parts Runner |
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Pharmacy Delivery Driver |
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Pick Up Driver |
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Pick Up Truck Driver |
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Residential Driver |
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Route Deliverer |
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Route Delivery Service Driver |
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Route Driver |
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Route Rider |
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Route Supervisor |
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Routeman |
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Runner |
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Service Car Driver |
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Service Provider |
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Servicer |
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Special Delivery Worker |
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Telephone Directory Distributor Driver |
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Truck Driver |
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UPS Driver (United Parcel Service Driver) |
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Van Driver |
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Wagon Person |
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| Job Tasks |
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Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
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Turn in receipts and money received from deliveries.
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Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.
- Read maps to determine routes.
- Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
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Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Verify information or specifications.
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Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.
- Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
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Drive vehicles with capacities under three tons to transport materials to and from specified destinations, such as railroad stations, plants, residences, offices, or within industrial yards.
- Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
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Maintain records, such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements, in accordance with regulations.
- Record details of deliveries or shipments.
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Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
- Inspect motor vehicles.
- Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
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Present bills and receipts and collect payments for goods delivered or loaded.
- Collect fares or payment from customers.
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Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
- Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
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Perform emergency repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, or spark plugs.
- Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
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Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to bases or other vehicles, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
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Sell products from truck inventory and keep records of sales.
- Record sales or transactions data.
- Sell products or services.
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Use and maintain the tools or equipment found on commercial vehicles, such as weighing or measuring devices.
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| Work Activities |
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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. |
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| Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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| Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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| Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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| Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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| 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. |
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| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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| 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. |
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| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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| 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. |
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| Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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| 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. |
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| Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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| 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. |
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| Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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| Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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| Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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| Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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| Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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| Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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| Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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| Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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| Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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| Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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| Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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| Selling or Influencing Others —
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
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| Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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| Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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| Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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| Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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| Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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| Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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| 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. |
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| Interesting Fact |
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| Nearly 25% of the workers in New York are labor union members -- the highest of any state. |
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