Light Vehicle Driver

Light Vehicle Driver is responsible for safely operating cars, vans, or other light vehicles to transport passengers or cargo. Below are the key responsibilities and skills typically associated with this role:

Responsibilities:

1. Safe Driving: Operate light vehicles safely and defensively, following traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to ensure the safety of passengers, pedestrians, and other road users.

2. Route Planning: Plan and select the most efficient routes to reach destinations, considering factors such as traffic conditions, road closures, and customer preferences.

3. Passenger Transport: Transport passengers to and from designated locations, ensuring a comfortable and smooth journey while providing courteous and professional customer service.

4. Cargo Transport (if applicable): Transport goods, packages, or equipment to specified destinations, ensuring the safe handling and secure stowage of cargo during transit.

5. Vehicle Maintenance: Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on vehicles, including checking fluid levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights, and overall vehicle condition to ensure they are in safe and operational condition.

6. Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of driving hours, mileage, fuel consumption, vehicle inspections, and any incidents or accidents encountered during transportation.

7. Communication: Communicate effectively with passengers, dispatchers, or supervisors to provide updates on schedules, delays, or any unforeseen circumstances during transportation.

8. Customer Service: Provide friendly and helpful assistance to passengers, such as helping with boarding and disembarking, handling luggage, and addressing any concerns or inquiries in a professional manner.

9. Flexibility: Adapt to changes in schedules, routes, or assignments, and work flexible hours as required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills:

1. Valid Driver's License: Possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated, along with a clean driving record.

2. Safe Driving Skills: Demonstrate excellent driving skills, including knowledge of traffic laws, defensive driving techniques, and the ability to react quickly and responsibly to hazards on the road.

3. Navigation Skills: Familiarity with GPS navigation systems or maps to plan routes and navigate efficiently to destinations.

4. Customer Service Skills: Ability to provide courteous and professional customer service to passengers, addressing their needs and ensuring a positive experience during transit.

5. Time Management: Efficiently manage time and schedules to meet transportation deadlines and ensure on-time arrivals at destinations.

6. Communication Skills: Effective verbal communication skills to interact with passengers, colleagues, and supervisors, as well as the ability to follow written instructions and maintain accurate records.

7. Attention to Detail: Pay attention to detail in vehicle inspection, cargo handling, and record-keeping to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.

8. Physical Fitness: Possess the physical stamina and dexterity required to operate vehicles safely for extended periods and handle tasks such as loading and unloading cargo or assisting passengers.