Heavy Truck Driver

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Heavy Truck Driver to join our logistics team in Abu Dhabi. You will transport heavy equipment over long distances, ensuring on-time deliveries and safe handling of cargo.

Responsibilities include pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections, maintaining accurate logbooks, and coordinating with dispatchers and clients to resolve delivery issues. A CDL with a clean record and 2–3 years of long-haul experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL with a clean driving record; endorsements for vehicle types are a plus.
• 2–3 years of experience driving heavy trucks in a commercial setting, preferably long-haul.

Responsibilities

• Transport heavy equipment safely and efficiently over long distances, ensuring timely delivery to designated locations.
• Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of the truck, noting and reporting any maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain accurate logbooks of driving hours, vehicle inspections, and delivery schedules, adhering strictly to regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, clients, and other drivers to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with clean driving record

Job description

• Transport heavy equipment safely and efficiently over long distances, ensuring timely delivery to designated locations.
• Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of the truck, noting and reporting any maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain accurate logbooks of driving hours, vehicle inspections, and delivery schedules, adhering strictly to regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, clients, and other drivers to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues.

Desired Candidate Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional courses in logistics or transportation are a plus.
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a clean driving record; endorsements for specific vehicle types are desirable.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience driving heavy trucks in a commercial setting, preferably in long‑haul transport.
• Knowledge of federal and state transportation regulations, including hours of service and vehicle maintenance standards.