Trailer Drivers at JMG Limited Full Time

Job Title: Trailer Driver

Location: Lagos

Duties

• Transport Company’s products over land to and from manufacturing plants, branches and other specified areas.
• Inspect the trailer before and after the trip, and record any defects found.
• Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure that any cargo transported is fully secured to the trailer, using blocks, chains, covers, or ropes.
• Ensure that transportation meets safety compliance and regulations.
• Drive for long periods, carrying out long-distance deliveries, adjusting to driving conditions appropriately and safely.
• Load and unload materials or products, prepare delivery papers, and keep records of his daily tasks.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods.
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
• Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or spark plugs.
• Strong knowledge of applicable heavy duty truck driving rules and regulations
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software such as GPS
• Ability to drive long distances and travel regularly
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc…).
• Strong knowledge of road maps.
• Time management skills..
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to the vehicles.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• 3 – 5 years of experience as a Trailer Driver.
• Having a valid Trailer professional driver’s license and good driving record with no traffic violations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.