Position Title: Trailer Drivers
Industry: Logistics
Location: Nairobi
Gross Salary: 30K - 40K
Our client is an established logistics company.
They seek to hire a Trailer Driver who will transport freight across the country's road networks.
Duties and responsibilities
- Ensure documentation of all transport trips is done
- Ensure cleanliness, safety and security of the organisation vehicle at all times
- Ensure compliance with traffic regulations
- Ensure safe delivery of supplies to various facilities as and when required including loading and unloading delivery goods
- Ensure proper documentation of all driving records (i.e. mileage and gas receipts)
- Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. cleaning interior and exterior, taking the vehicle for state inspections, filling tires with air, etc.)
- Ensure consistent communication with supervisor on vehicle performance and if there are any vehicle problems
- Ensure up to date insurance of the vehicle is maintained
- Ensure compliance to CHS travel and HR policy in relation to handing of the vehicles
- Safely delivering freight at various locations, including over long distances.
- Planning the most efficient routes and delivering freight on time.
- Performing truck and trailer inspections before departure to ensure good running order.
- Inventorying loads and documenting the condition of the freight before departure.
- Assisting in the loading and unloading of freight, and obtaining the client's signature on delivery.
- Securing the freight in place before departure and monitoring its safe distribution throughout the trip.
- Performing service checks on tire pressure, oil, and fluid levels, as well as minor repairs, when required.
- Logging the hours driven, rest stop durations, distances covered, as well as all fuel, repair, and toll expenses.
- Reporting any delays due to road conditions, accidents, or breakdowns to management.
- Adhering to federal and state trucking rules and regulations, including mandatory rest periods, weight restrictions, and weight adjustments.
- Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time
Key skills and qualifications
- Valid driving license from a recognized institution.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role.
- A valid Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association of Kenya (AA) or its equivalent qualification.
- Certificate of good Conduct
- Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and traffic patterns is desired.
- Extensive experience as a tractor-trailer truck driver.
- An incident-free driving record, as well as solid knowledge of truck and trailer maintenance.
- Advanced knowledge of route planning, using both road maps and GPS devices.
- The ability to work long, irregular hours, and to remain alert and focused throughout.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Sound knowledge of federal and state laws that regulate the road freight transport industry.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience driving Foton, Renault, Mercedes, Tata brands will be an added advantage
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your updated CV and attach a copy of your Driver’s License only quoting the job title on the email subject (Trailer Driver) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 26th January 2024.