How much does a Truck Driver make? Salary and what it does

You truck drivers normally transport materials and goods. They travel between manufacturing, distribution and retail centers.

Some also perform sales and customer service as part of the job. Other duties include inspecting their vehicles for mechanical issues.

What Does a Truck Driver Do?

• Driving long distances to deliver goods to customers.
• Loading and unloading cargo.
• Register cargo deliveries.
• Refuel and clean the vehicle.
• Report road incidents to the dispatcher.
• Follow traffic laws.
• Inspect trucks and log issues.
• Follow accident procedures.
• Keep a log of activities and record of hours worked.
• Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel.
• Plan routes using the GPS system.
• Get goods to the customer within the given time.
• Maintain a positive attitude with customers.
• Keep your driver's license up to date.

Truck Driver Salary

Youaverage salary of a truck driver

in Brazil is from BRL 2,086.00, but the range is usually between BRL 950.00 to BRL 14,529.00. Compensation can vary greatly.

They depend on many important factors, including certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you've spent in your profession.

How Much Does a Garbage Truck Driver Earn?

CODEPAS (Companhia de Desenvolvimento de Passo Fundo) held a new public tender in 2019, with in order to admit 18 new professionals, including 3 vacancies for the position of Collection Truck Driver of trash.

The salary offered was in the amount of BRL 1,521.90, for compliance 44 hours a week.

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