Driver Job in Idukki

Idukki, Kerala Full Time Date: 06 April 2024

Job description

Safe Driving: Operate vehicles safely and defensively, adhering to traffic laws, regulations, and safety protocols. Maintain a clean driving record and prioritize the safety of passengers, pedestrians, and other road users. Vehicle Maintenance: Perform routine vehicle inspections to check for any mechanical issues, such as tire pressure, fluid levels, brakes, lights, and signals. Report any maintenance or repair needs to the appropriate personnel. Route Planning: Plan and map out the most efficient routes to reach destinations on time, considering factors such as traffic conditions, road closures, construction zones, and weather conditions. Navigation: Use navigation systems, maps, or GPS devices to navigate unfamiliar routes and ensure timely arrival at destinations. Familiarize yourself with local streets, landmarks, and traffic patterns to optimize travel routes. Passenger Assistance: Provide assistance to passengers, such as helping them enter and exit vehicles, loading and unloading luggage or packages, and ensuring their comfort and safety during transportation. Cargo Handling: Safely load, secure, and unload cargo or materials onto vehicles, following proper lifting and handling techniques to prevent damage or injury. Ensure that cargo is properly distributed and secured for transport. Customer Service: Interact courteously and professionally with passengers, customers, or clients, addressing their needs, inquiries, and concerns in a friendly and helpful manner. Communication: Maintain open communication with dispatchers, supervisors, or clients to provide updates on routes, schedules, delays, and any issues encountered during transportation. Documentation: Keep accurate records of vehicle mileage, fuel consumption, trip logs, delivery receipts, and other relevant documentation. Complete necessary paperwork or reports as required by company policies or regulations. Emergency Response: Remain calm and composed in emergency situations, such as accidents, breakdowns, or medical emergencies. Follow established protocols for reporting incidents, seeking assistance, and ensuring the safety of passengers and vehicles. Time Management: Manage time effectively to meet scheduled pick-up and drop-off times, deadlines, and delivery commitments. Plan routes and breaks strategically to optimize efficiency and minimize delays. Professionalism: Present yourself professionally in appearance and demeanor, wearing appropriate attire and maintaining a positive attitude towards passengers, clients, and coworkers. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, licensing requirements, vehicle registration, insurance coverage, and other legal obligations related to driving and operating vehicles. Adaptability: Adapt to changing circumstances, such as traffic conditions, weather conditions, or last-minute changes in routes or schedules, while maintaining professionalism and composure. Continuous Improvement: Seek opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement, such as defensive driving courses, first aid training, or additional certifications relevant to driving and transportation.