Class 4 Lorry Driver

Responsibilities

• Operating and driving a lorry to transport goods and materials over specified routes to local or distant points according to a time schedule.
• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Complying with lorry driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules.
• Loading and unloading cargo from the lorry, often with the help of a forklift, stacker or pallet jack.
• Collecting and verifying delivery instructions, including signatures from customers.
• Reporting defects, accidents or violations immediately.
• Keeping the lorry and associated equipment clean and in good working order.
• Communicating effectively with clients or dispatchers about delays or problems on the route.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Class 4 Driver.
• Valid lorry driving license.
• Ability to drive long hours and handle multiple trips to and from factory and customer sites.
• Ability to operate stacker or have forklift license a great advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable lorry driving rules and regulations.
• No recent moving or driving violations.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations. (traffic, weather conditions etc)
• Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations.