Truck Driver Interview Questions and Answers

Employers generally seek candidates who will fit well into their work environment. To get success in any interview, one needs to have a good knowledge regarding the company’s norms. We do not suggest fabricating your answers as per what you think are company’s preferences, but knowing a bit about their expectations and giving genuine answers in light of same is what wins you an interview.

A truck driver might be asked a variety of questions during interview. These might relate to driving skills, knowledge of traffic rules, customer care delivery skills or knowhow regarding loading and unloading procedures. Mostly every interview has at least one situational question, aimed at gauging the candidates analytical and decision making skills. When faced with a situational question, whatever you answer, make sure you don’t take too much time in answering since that would reflect poor decision making skills. On the other hand an impulsive reply might also damage your candidacy. It is best to go through some situational truck driving questions and reflect on answers beforehand.

Truck Driver Interview Questions and Answers

What experience do you have as a delivery truck driver? Did any customer ever file a complaint against you?
I have worked as a truck driver with Hackle Co for the past three years. Being a people’s person and a careful driver, I have had no complaints filed against me till date.

What is your objective as a truck driver?
To deliver goods timely, safely, efficiently and free from damage and help achieving the
employer’s mission by providing outstanding customer service.

What do you think are the duties of a truck driver?
The major duties of a truck driver include: carryout pickup and delivery assignments, assist in loading and unloading, obtain route clearance, maintain delivery inventories, coordinate with management regarding route clearance, and safety and maintenance.

Do you think there is any importance of team work in this profession?
I believe the profession calls for team work even more so because the drivers usually accompanied by helpers on long routes. Moreover, if a colleague driver face some mechanical problems, I would always offer help if my schedule allows.

What would you do if one of your co-worker is misusing the company’s truck?
Without involving myself in any personal discussion regarding the matter with the colleague, I will confidentially inform the company manager of the unauthorized/unusual activity.

What would you do if a customer asks you a delivery favor? Suppose they ask you to deliver a package somewhere on your way, what would you do?
I’d excuse from the task and would politely inform them that it is not the company’s policy to deliver packages therefore I am not at liberty to do so. I will also inform the manager regarding situation.

Can you perform manual labor tasks?
Yes, I am able to perform all kinds of manual tasks such as heavy weight lifting, loading and unloading freight

What is your availability for this position?
I am willing to start right away.