Truck Driver
Truck drivers use heavy vehicles such as haul packs to transport goods and materials from one area to another. Truck drivers in the minerals industry may perform the following tasks:
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Check brakes, oil, tyres, electrical systems,water, hydraulic and air;
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Load, or supervise loading, of material onto the truck;
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Transport material to destination, and
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Maintain log books.
Money
Dump Truck Operator: $60,000 – $105,000
Source: www.hays.com.au (July 2008)
Pathways
Entry is generally through an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience.
