Class 5 Truck Driver
We require 2 drivers to join our busy Auckland based freight distribution business delivering nationawide.
We need full time staff working at least 30 hours a week with the following qualities. If you have what it takes to be behind the wheel then this is for you.- Ideally, you will have:
- Full Class 5 Drivers licence or equivalent with (D)Dangerous Goods, (F) - Forklift
- 6 months to 2 years experience
- You must be comfortable filling out log books and paperwork, and happy to help out where needed. – Training will be provided
- In addition, we need you to be physically fit, reliable, hardworking with a stable work history, and an enthusiastic team player.
- You will be required to travel nationwide for the delivery and distribution of goods
You will be performing the following duties but not Limited to:
- Check the condition of the load and that it is secure
- Confirm that the contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
- Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery
- Communicate with dispatch as needed
- Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
- Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
- Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
- Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
- Notify of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
- Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
- Track and report working hours
- Adhere to company rules and regulations
- Follow and adhere to all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
- Make safety a priority at all times
- Loading/unloading of goods
- Follow correct safety procedures
- Keep records of, and check invoices for, goods they carry
If you are reliable, outgoing, self-motivated and take pride in your work then we want to hear from you! We’ll expect you to be available early morning shifts during busy moments in our fast-paced environment.
We do have high standards when we recruit. When recruiting for this position we ask that along with the candidate is flexible and is able to work a range of days and times, reliable, would come to work on time and in a professional manner, and has a good work ethic, willing to complete the tasks assigned.We do not believe that our standards are too high or too unrealistic.
We are more than happy to provide all the training necessary as long as candidates can provide the above characteristics and the pre-requisite for the role. This is a highly committed role, if you feel like you are up for the challenge, then look no further, this role may be what you have been searching for!