What are the Job Duties of a Trucker?

Answer:
A trucker drives trucks for a living. These

trucks carry goods from one destination to another. Light truck drivers operate trucks under 26,000 pounds gross vehicular weight (GVW). Truckers who operate light trucks usually perform pickups and deliveries in a specific area, with a lot of loading and unloading. Truckers who drive heavy trucks (over 26,000 pounds GVW) usually carry heavy goods, livestock, or vehicles. These truckers are usually long-haul truckers, meaning that they drive long distances for each delivery.

Truckers usually need a commercial driver's license, but different states have different laws. In addition to the actual driving, truckers must inspect the truck frequently to make sure all components are in good working order. Truckers keep records of miles traveled and maintenance performed, and have the responsibility to carry their cargo in a safe manner at all times.


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