Truck Driver at Willers Solutions Limited

Willers Solutions Limited – Our client, a reputable firm is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Truck Driver

Location: Lagos

Job Description

We are looking for a licensed Truck Driver who will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of goods and other articles of trade to our customers.
You will be tasked with driving and maintaining trucks that will be assigned to you, as well as working closely with our team of dispatchers in order to plan routes and track deliveries.

Job Responsibilities

Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
Document and log work/rest periods and kilometres spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
Collect and verify delivery instructions
Report defects, accidents or violations
Drive long distances to deliver goods to customers.
Record cargo deliveries.
Refuel and clean vehicle.
Follow traffic laws.
Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel.
Get goods to the client on time.
Maintain a positive attitude with customers.
Keep commercial driver license up to date.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

Proven work experience as a truck driver
Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
No recent moving or driving violations
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations

Application Closing Date
27th August, 2019.