Cargo vehicle driver jobs in Finland
Cargo vehicle drivers operate vehicles such as trucks and vans. They may also take care of the loading and unloading of cargo.
Cargo vehicle driver – how much is the pay in Finland?
What the trade paid in 2024
| Median | 19.68 €/h |
|---|---|
| Bottom tenth | 15.49 €/h |
| Top tenth | 26.09 €/h |
| Employees | 38,216 |
Pay by sex, 2024
| Sex | Median | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 17.86 €/h | 2,352 |
| Men | 19.80 €/h | 35,864 |
Cargo vehicle driver - Which skills are essential?
Distinguish different types of cargo e.g. bulk cargo, liquid bulk cargo and heavy materials.
Understand and anticipate the performance and behaviour of a vehicle. Comprehend concepts such as lateral stability, acceleration, and braking distance.
Read maps effectively.
Supervise unloading processes for equipment, cargo, goods and other items. Ensure that everything is handled and stored correctly in accordance with regulations and standards.
Anticipate problems on the road such as punctures, pursuit driving, understeering or, oversteering.
Supervise the process of loading equipment, cargo, goods and other items. Ensure that all cargo is handled and stored properly in accordance with regulations and standards.
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
Understand road traffic laws and the rules of the road.
Know road transport regulations at regional, national, and European level in matters of safety and environmental requirements.
Know the mechanical components used in vehicles and identify and resolve potential malfunctions.
The capacity and the limits of the commissioned vehicle in terms of weight, type of cargo it can handle, and other cargo loading specifications.
Practice emergency stops. Know the interchange with anti-lock braking systems (ABS), as this must be disabled before the execution of an emergency stop.
Stay focused and alert at all times; react quickly in the case of unexpected events. Concentrate and do not get distracted performing a task over a long period of time.
Operate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.
Use GPS Systems.
Stay concentrated over a long period of time in order to make correct judgements and appropriate decisions.
Parallel park motorised vehicles in a variety of spaces.
Know the local transport topography, including roads, traffic hotspots, and alternative routes to reach a destination. Use knowledge to transport the vehicle to its destination in the most time and fuel efficient manner, and minimising safety risks.
Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.
Cargo vehicle driver - Which skills are useful but not essential?
Drive, manoeuvre and park tractors, trailers and lorries on roads, around tight corners, and in parking spaces.