833 - Heavy truck and bus drivers

Description Bus and tram drivers drive and tend buses or street tramcars to transport passengers, mail or goods. Tasks include – (a) driving and tending motor buses, trolley buses or motor coaches to transport local or long-distance passengers, mail or goods; (b) driving and tending street tramcars transporting passengers; (c) opening and closing doors before or after passengers board or alight; (d) assisting passengers with luggage; (e) controlling lighting, heating and ventilation on buses and trams; (f) observing traffic to ensure safe progress; (g) collecting fares or verifying that passengers have the necessary ticket. Examples of the occupations classified here: – Bus driver – Motor coach driver – Tram driver Alternative titles ISCO Group 8331 Sources ESCO

Description Heavy truck and lorry drivers drive and tend heavy motor vehicles to transport goods, liquids and heavy materials over short or long distances. Tasks include – (a) driving and tending a heavy motor vehicle, such as a lorry with or without trailer or a dump-truck, to transport goods, liquids or heavy materials over short or long distances; (b) determining the most appropriate routes; (c) ensuring that goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage; (d) assisting with or carrying out loading or unloading operations, using various lifting or tipping devices; (e) carrying out minor maintenance to vehicles, and arranging major maintenance and repairs; (f) estimating weights to comply with load limitations, and ensuring the safe distribution of weights. Examples of the occupations classified here: – Concrete mixer driver – Garbage truck driver – Heavy truck driver – Road train driver Some related occupations classified elsewhere: – Van driver – 8322 Alternative titles ISCO Group 8332 Sources ESCO