Professional Driver at R.A. Trading and Industries Limited

R.A. Trading and Industries Limited is an Israeli-Nigerian company. The company is managed by vastly experienced team of expatriate management executives and Nigerian staff. We have strategic partnerships and alliances with organizations and groups based in Nigeria, Europe and the Middle East. Our Office and Showroom is at 2/4 Samuel Anibaba Street, Ikosi, Ketu, Lagos. We are committed to clients’ needs and to provide excellent work as well as providing competitive prices.

R.A. Trading and Industries Limited is a company that specializes in doors (Canadian, Panel, Flush Doors + Plain and Decorated Security Doors); Card key locks; Hotel Furniture; Dry Wall Partitioning; Suspended Ceilings; Laminated Flooring; Stainless Steel Balustrades & Handrails; all types of Office Furniture; Kitchen Furniture & Accessories; and Ultra-modern Swimming Pools.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Professional Driver

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Brief

• We are looking for a driver to operate vehicles and transport cargo and/or passengers for our company. As a driver, you must have a safe driving record, follow all state and national driving laws, rules, and regulations.
• In this position, you will follow prearranged routes to destinations or use maps and GPS to navigate routes. You will also maintain vehicle upkeep and cleanliness.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Practice safe driving habits
• Follow all state and national safety regulations and standards
• Accurately follow routes, maps, and directions
• Open vehicle doors and assist passengers
• Load cargo and baggage
• Keep exterior of vehicle clean and presentable
• Maintain vehicle equipment; replace oil, fill gas tank, perform general motor vehicle maintenance as needed for safety
• Clean windows, windshields, and mirrors as needed
• Keep interior of vehicle clean of debris and clutter
• Load and unload vehicle
• Collect payments, document amount, and offer receipts when necessary
• Complete documentation such as logs, mileage, or cargo and passenger reports
• Follow schedules and rerouting in a timely manner when faced with traffic or congestion

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; relevant experience or knowledge, skills, and mental ability, equivalent to 2 years of high school education
• Demonstrate safe driving practices
• Able to follow verbal directions, read maps, follow GPS
• Able to work well alone
• Reliable and punctual with dedicated professionalism to job and duties
• Able to adapt to changing schedules or routines
• Excellent time management skills
• Able to assist passengers when needed
• Organized and able to follow a schedule
• Focused on customer service
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Must be able to pass criminal background check
• Physically able to lift and carry object up from 30 to 50 pounds
• Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and sit for long periods of time during daily routine
• Previous professional experience driving preferred; training may be provided
• Able to work night, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Application Closing Date
29th March, 2022.