§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

car and van delivery driver

Car and van delivery drivers transport goods and packages to specified locations by car or van.

Description

Car and van delivery drivers transport goods and packages to specified locations by car or van. They load and unload goods according to schedule, ensure proper handling of packages, follow directions and plan the best route to each destination.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

geographic areas road traffic laws health and safety measures in transportation

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

data protection

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

differentiate types of packages drive in urban areas solve location and navigation problems by using GPS tools drive vehicles interpret traffic signals obey traffic rules act reliably analyse travel alternatives use geographic information systems communicate with customers establish daily priorities

OPTIONALOptional competences

maintain vehicle delivery documentation handle delivery of furniture goods handle paperwork operate GPS systems follow verbal instructions use different communication channels set payment handling strategies ensure the integrity of mail follow written instructions check deliveries on receipt operate mailing information systems organise mail deliveries drive at high speeds process payments monitor merchandise delivery handle delivered packages handle fragile items drive two-wheeled vehicles maintain vehicle appearance

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)