Driver Job in Kottayam

Kottayam, Kerala Full Time Date: 15 May 2024

Job description

Safe Driving: Your primary responsibility is to operate vehicles safely and defensively, adhering to traffic laws, regulations, and company policies. You maintain awareness of road conditions, weather hazards, and other factors that may affect driving safety. Vehicle Maintenance: You ensure that vehicles are properly maintained, conducting routine inspections, checks, and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and fluid top-ups. You report any mechanical issues or concerns to the appropriate personnel for prompt repair. Route Planning: You plan efficient routes to reach destinations in a timely manner, considering factors such as traffic congestion, construction, and road closures. You use navigation systems, maps, or GPS devices to navigate unfamiliar routes and avoid getting lost. Cargo Handling: If your role involves transporting goods or materials, you load and unload cargo securely, following proper handling procedures to prevent damage or loss. You may use equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, or forklifts to assist with loading and unloading. Passenger Assistance: If you're a passenger driver, you provide assistance to passengers as needed, such as helping them with boarding and disembarking, assisting with luggage, or providing information about the route and destination. Customer Service: You interact with customers, clients, or passengers courteously and professionally, ensuring a positive experience during the journey. You address any concerns or inquiries they may have and maintain a friendly and helpful demeanor. Emergency Response: You remain prepared to respond to emergencies or accidents on the road, following protocols for contacting emergency services, administering first aid if necessary, and ensuring the safety of passengers, yourself, and others involved. Time Management: You manage your time effectively to meet scheduled pick-up and drop-off times, coordinate multiple stops or deliveries efficiently, and minimize delays or disruptions to the transportation service. Communication Skills: You communicate effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, or other team members to provide status updates, report incidents or issues, and coordinate logistics related to transportation operations. Adherence to Regulations: You comply with all relevant regulations and licensing requirements for driving, including possessing a valid driver's license, maintaining a clean driving record, and adhering to hours-of-service regulations if applicable.