Am I Suited For This Job?

Truck Drivers need to

• Meet minimum age requirements
• Have good judgement
• Have a clean driving record
• May have to pass drug screenings

You must have excellent driving skills. Good judgment, quick reflexes and an ability to remain focused for long periods of time are also important. You should enjoy meeting new people as well as working alone. Time-management skills and organizational abilities are also recommended.

You are expected to be aware of various regulations governing truck transportation, including:

• record-keeping requirements
• weights and dimensions regulations
• acceptable routes

Truck drivers spend most of their time driving and sitting in seats that are generally comfortable. However, you may develop back or neck injuries from sitting for long periods of time or from loading and unloading cargo. Long hours on the road can also cause fatigue and stress.

As a long haul truck driver you should be comfortable leaving home for long periods of time and travelling alone. You often drive throughout the night when traffic is low, for shifts up to 14 hours. Long-haul Driver must be familiar with customs and border crossing requirements and procedures.

Sources: WorkBC & TruckingHR