Over the Road Truck Driver Job Description
The retail and grocery industries depend upon their products getting from one location to another, whether it's from the manufacturer to the retailer, the farmer to the grocery store, or the warehouse to the customer. Many of these goods are carried by over-the-road truckers.
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Function
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The purpose of an over-the-road truck driver is to transport goods from one location to another across the North American region.
Geography
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Most over-the-road truck drivers take goods across the continental United States and Canada, sometimes driving from one coast to another and sometimes working on a regional or state basis. Where a driver goes depends on the company he works for and the goods he transports.
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Time
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Depending on the specific job, hauling one truck load of goods can take anywhere from one day to over a week round-trip. There are federal limitations on how long an over-the-road trucker can drive without stopping.
Goods
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Over-the-road truck drivers can transport anything from retail goods (such as clothing or furniture) to raw materials (such as food) and even livestock.
Commitment
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This job is ideal for someone who doesn't mind being away from home for long periods of time and has interest in travel. Some companies allow couples to drive together. Pay depends on the company and the type of goods carried.
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