mechanical components of vehicles
The mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.
Moving truck drivers operate lorries or trucks intended for relocating and transporting goods, belongings, machinery, and others. They assist in placing goods in the truck for efficient use of space and security compliance.
Competences and skills
39 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesroad transport legislation
The regulations at regional, national, and European level on safety and environmental requirements for road transport operations.
green
vehicle cargo capacity
The capacity and the limits of the commissioned vehicle in terms of weight, type of cargo it can handle, and other cargo loading specifications.
Cross-sector
1 competenceroad traffic laws
The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.
Essential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
9 competencescarry objects
Carry and relocate objects from one place to another adhering to health and safety regulations. Carry objects while maintaining their integrity.
drive in urban areas
Drive vehicles in urban areas. Interpret and understand transit signs in a city, the regulation of traffic, and the related common automobility agreements in an urban area.
ensure vehicle operability
Keep the vehicle clean and in roadworthy condition. Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle and provide valid official documents such as licenses and permits where appropriate.
handle delivery of furniture goods
Handle the delivery and assemble the furniture and other goods, according to customer's needs and preferences.
perform defensive driving
Drive defensively to maximise road safety and save time, money, and lives; anticipate the actions of other road users.
read pictograms
Interpret pictograms that indicate characteristics and required measures for handling objects through visual representations.
store warehouse goods
Transport goods in the warehouse and place them in the designated locations with precision in order maximise use of space. Operate forklifts or other instruments to facilitate this activity.
use communication equipment
Set up, test and operate different types of communication equipment such as transmission equipment, digital network equipment, or telecommunications equipment.
digital
use equipment for safe stowage
Use tools and equipment to perform safe stowage and ensure proper loading and securing of goods.
Cross-sector
8 competencescommunicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
follow work procedures
Adhere to procedures at work in a structured and systematic manner.
interpret traffic signals
Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.
load bulk trucks
Conduct activities associated with determining the itineraries and loading of bulk trucks.
manoeuvre heavy trucks
Drive, manoeuvre and park tractors, trailers and lorries on roads, around tight corners, and in parking spaces.
operate GPS systems
Use GPS Systems.
digital
perform cleaning duties
Perform cleaning duties such as waste removal, vacuuming, emptying bins, and general cleaning of the working area. Cleaning activities should follow health and safety regulations if required.
read maps
Read maps effectively.
Optional knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesanimal transport regulations
The legal requirements relating to safe and efficient transport of animals.
animal transportation vehicles
The types of vehicles for the transportation of animals and their features, the selection of appropriate vehicles and their safe use, according to national and international regulations.
Cross-sector
4 competenceselectricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
hazards associated with loading dangerous goods
The hazards implied with the transport of determined dangerous goods, and the emergency actions and handling procedures in case of accidents with the goods during their loading or transportation.
green
health and safety measures in transportation
The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.
mechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Optional skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesanalyse requirements for moving goods
Analyse goods to be relocated and their moving requirements. Check requirements and prepare actions to ensure appropriate transport of goods.
apply techniques for stacking goods into containers
Apply techniques required to stack materials into containers. Use techniques to maximise the space in containers.
determine cargo loading sequence
Determine freight loading sequence aiming to increase the efficiency of operations. Arrange loading so that maximum amount of goods can be stored.
organise weight of loads according to lifting equipment capacity
Organise the weight of loads to prevent overloading and imbalances in lifting equipment.
use packaging equipment
Use fastening and packaging tools such as plastic strapping, applicators and adhesives, marking and labelling equipment, and tape.
Cross-sector
7 competencesassemble goods
Assemble goods coming from in manufacturing processes or in removing activities.
execute vehicle maintenance
Execute vehicle maintenance based on supplier or manufacturer instructions. This might include cleaning vehicle engine, cleaning vehicle interior and exterior, maintaining mileage and fuel records, performing non-mechanical maintenance tasks. Service small engines including hydraulic equipment. Check the oil and fluid levels on all equipment. Check vehicles and equipment to insure that they are in smooth and safe working order.
load animals for transportation
Load and unload animals safely into containers or cages for transportation. Make sure they are secure and safely established in the transport vehicle.
maintain inventory of tools
Keep an inventory of tools utilised in the provision of services. Ensure that tool sets remain complete and suitable for use.
pack goods
Pack different kinds of goods such as finished manufactured products or goods in use. Pack goods by hand in boxes, bags and other types of containers.
stack goods
Stack goods and manufactured products into containers. This may include anticipating the need for and utilising additional protective materials in stacking the products.
use traditional toolbox tools
Use tools found in a traditional toolbox, such as hammer, plier, screwdriver, and wrench. Observe safety precautions while operating these instruments.