Truck Driver (Warehouse)

Overview

Anouncement Number: Nairobi-2020-055

Hiring Agency: Embassy Nairobi

Position Title: Truck Driver (Warehouse)- All Interested Applicants

Open Period: 08/14/2020 - 08/28/2020

Responsibilities

The incumbent provides driver services driving heavy trucks and material handling equipment in the transport and delivery of equipment, furniture and supplies, including loading and offloading of vehicles. Supervision is provided by Supply Clerk (Foreman) FSN-5.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Operates a variety of motor vehicles including large freight hauling trucks worth approximately 40,000 dollars in the pick- up, transport baggage during Codel Visits, furniture, supplies and in support of Mission operations in a safe manner. Complies with all Department of State safety and security rules. Does not interfere with the operation of safety equipment, including the use of the DriveCam system.

Remains alert at all times providing necessary security for the vehicle.

Remains current and knowledgeable on Mission Policy for motor pool usage and reports any misuse of a vehicle by embassy personnel or co-workers.

Monitors the local travel/driving environment, and takes action to avoid demonstrations, road construction or areas which could pose a danger to the travel of passengers, cargo, or vehicles.

Is an occasional petty cash holder. (50% of time)

Assists warehousemen in loading and offloading of vehicles and delivery as well as pick- up from offices and residences. (35% of time)

Performs daily inspection of assigned vehicle to insure that the vehicle is clean in and outside, seatbelts are operational, and engine, radiator, brake, clutch and battery fluids are at recommended levels, and the vehicle is in good running condition.

Ensures that vehicle tools and spare tire are in operational condition in the vehicle.

Performs minor preventive maintenance and safety checks on a daily basis and informs dispatcher or motor pool supervisor of discrepancies. Completes the daily OF-108 motor vehicle usage records for each assigned vehicle for those trips made. (15% of time)

Additional education

Completion of Secondary School is required.

Experience

Additional experience

Two years’ experience driving heavy commercial transport trucks and/ or water trucks is required and must have a valid Kenyan driver’s license Class B, C, E.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Must have good knowledge of Kenyan traffic laws and be familiar with traffic patterns in and around Nairobi.
• Must be knowledgeable on vehicles operations and maintenance procedures.
• Must have knowledge of radio operational procedures for responding to vehicles emergencies.
• Must know the locations of hospitals, police stations, and foreign missions.

Terms and conditions

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

All applications to be submitted before 28th August 2020 through the link https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=tkxtse1npt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=17558&orgId=25