Transport, Supply Chain
Light Truck Driver
Related positions: Light Truck Driver, Bulk Delivery Driver, Delivery Driver, Driver, Package Car Driver, Package Delivery Driver, Route Driver, Service Provider, Truck DriverOverview
A Light Truck Driver operates smaller trucks to transport goods over shorter distances. They may deliver packages or goods to retail locations, or provide services such as landscaping or plumbing. They must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
The main responsibilities of a Light Truck Driver include driving the truck to and from the destination, loading and unloading cargo, keeping the vehicle clean and well-maintained, following traffic laws and safety regulations, and maintaining accurate records of deliveries and pick-ups. They may also be responsible for planning routes, communicating with customers or dispatchers, and reporting any problems or accidents.
Common tasks
| Task | Related trait(s) |
|---|---|
| Loading and unloading goods and materials from the vehicle | Road Ready |
| Planning and following the most efficient ans safe route | Delivery Excellence |
| Operating the vehicle safely | Delivery Excellence |
| Inspecting and maintaining the vehicle | Delivery Excellence |
| Delivering goods and materials to customers and obtaining signatures and collecting payments as required | Delivery Excellence Trustworthy Reliability |
| Keeping accurate records of driving and delivery activities, including logs of hours worked, miles driven, and fuel consumed | Trustworthy Reliability |
| Adhering to all company policies and procedures, including those related to safety and vehicle maintenance | Safety Focus |
| Handling customer complaints or concerns | Road-Ready Composure Respectful Interactions |
| Providing basic customer service, and working with dispatchers or supervisors to coordinate schedules deliveries and report problems | Supportive Teamwork Safety Focus |
Soft skills measured by TraitForward
| Trait | No of Questions | Cronbach’s alpha (α) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Respectful Interactions | 6 | 0.76 | |
| Can they maintain professional, courteous relationships with customers, colleagues, and the public even in challenging situations? | |||
| Trustworthy Reliability | 8 | 0.71 | |
| Can they be counted on to follow through on commitments, adhere to company policies, and maintain honesty in all aspects of their delivery responsibilities? | |||
| Delivery Excellence | 9 | 0.79 | |
| Can they consistently deliver high-quality results through careful planning, organization, and attention to detail? | |||
| Road-Ready Composure | 5 | 0.78 | |
| Can they maintain emotional stability and remain calm under pressure while dealing with the various stressors of driving and delivery work? | |||
| Road Ready | 7 | 0.72 | |
| Can they sustain a high level of energy and productivity throughout a demanding delivery schedule? | |||
| Safety Mindset | 5 | 0.76 | |
| Does the candidate consistently prioritize safety in their decisions and actions, even when under pressure to meet delivery deadlines? | |||
| Safety Focus | 8 | 0.75 | |
| Can they consistently demonstrate commitment to safety protocols and regulations, even when under time pressure or facing challenging conditions? | |||
| Supportive Teamwork | 6 | 0.75 | |
| Can they consistently demonstrate a genuine concern for their colleagues’ well-being and willingly offer assistance without being prompted? | |||
Find out the psychometric properties for the Light Truck Driver Traitforward questionnaire