Please note  some of these will vary company to company, this is a general job description.

Drive the truck in a safe and professional manner.

Do thorough pretrip/post trip inspections to assure the safety of the truck and trailer.

Report and have fixed any safety defects found.

Add oil, other fluids and fuel as needed.

Obey all Provincial/ State, county, city and Federal regulations and laws.

Be up to date and current on HOS   (hours of service) regulations.

Pick up and deliver freight on schedule.

Assist with loading/unloading as required by company policy.

Secure any freight loaded on the trailer adequately.

Check in with company as required by company policy or as instructed. Not every company uses satellite for tracking or communication. Some require you to have a cell phone .

Keep and maintain the equipment in good order ie: cleanliness, maintenance etc. Treat it like you own it !

Have the knowledge to do minor repairs such as replacing a headlight,clearance etc. This will save you time and your company money. As always check your companies policy on repairs. 

Know the products you haul so you know when a wash out is required. Always sweep out your trailer and remove all garbage.

Report any and all equipment on your trailer to your company. This is especially important if you cross border.  Unreported equipment can cause costly fines to you and  your company by customs.

Know what you can or cannot cross the border with for personal use   IE: food,prescriptions, alcohol,tobacco etc. This is your responsibility not your carriers. This information is available on the Canada and US customs websites.

Check all your paperwork EX: bills of ladding , customs documents , ACE/ACI etc. Ensure you have the correct paperwork for your load.
Be able to read a map and follow directions.

Be able to drive in all sorts of weather conditions as long as it is safe to do so. Each driver has their own limits , follow your instincts and know when to park it. “Safety First Always ”

Maintain a Professional image. Dress appropriately. You are a representative of your company. 

Have good public relations skills to interact with customers, law enforcement, and the public.

Be able to know when something is wrong mechanically with your  truck or trailer ,to assist mechanics with that information.

Report all repairs needed on your truck and trailer to your company.  Don’t leave it for someone else to find. Unreported repairs can cause costly delays to other drivers and your company. 

Have proper personal safety equipment. Hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots or shoes and high visibility vest.

Always remember  ” Knowledge is power”  keep up to date on the latest industry news and regulations. Take advantage of all training and safety courses. Never be afraid to ask a question. The more you know, the better driver you will be.