Driver (light vehicle)

Description

Driver duties and responsibilities
Drivers are responsible for transporting clients or handling deliveries in a timely manner, and they may have to work nights and weekends to accomplish their duties. Common duties and responsibilities for drivers are to:

Transport clients and/or packages to and from destinations
Arrive at destinations on schedule
Fulfill administrative needs, like office pickups
Research and plan for traffic, construction and weather delays
Use navigation applications to determine the best route
Interact with clients professionally at all times
Ensure that the vehicle is always fueled and ready for use
Arrange for vehicle repairs as needed
Keep mileage records and repair records up-to-date

Driver skills and qualifications
A successful driver candidate needs the following skills and qualifications:

A valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience to perform the job safely
Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find delivery locations
Time management and organizational skills to keep track of deliveries and stay on schedule
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients
Physical stamina and good upper body strength to lift heavy luggage, packages and objects, as well as be able to load and unload them from their vehicle