Trailer Truck Driver (Level 3) - Kingston

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor, Transport, the Trailer/Truck Driver 2 is responsible: For the maintenance and proper use of vehicles assigned for use in the customs related activities. For transporting staff, goods furniture and equipment and X-ray Machines to the various Customs areas. For ensuring timely and adequate maintenance of the vehicle and maintaining the motor vehicle logs. 💰Salary: $2,190,302 JMD per annum.

Responsibilities

• Technical/Professional:

  • • Transports seized/detained goods from Berths, Airport and Warehouses to the Queen’s Warehouses as well as condemned goods to sites of disposal.
  • • Transports goods, furniture and equipment to Customs Offices Island wide.
  • • Participates in the unloading of goods and equipment’s from vehicles.
  • • Ensure that the motor vehicle records (fitness, registration, insurance) are up-to-date and that the required renewals are in keeping with government regulations. Ensure that a copy of these documents is always present in the vehicle.
  • • Complies with the traffic regulations by ensuring that the signaling systems are functioning properly and lights and other accessories are in good condition.
  • • Inspects the vehicle and checks gas, oil, water and battery regularly.
  • • Effects minor repairs and ensures that the tyres are road-worthy at all times.
  • • Reports all accidents involving the vehicles (minor or otherwise) promptly to the Police and the Transport Supervisor. A written incident/accident report should also be submitted.
  • • Reports and requests necessary repairs and servicing of vehicle and ensures that repairs are properly done.
  • • Ensures that the vehicle is regularly cleaned and maintained.
  • • Ensures the security and safekeeping of tools and other materials belonging to the vehicle assigned to him/her.
  • • Pumps and changes tyres when necessary.
  • • Requests fuel and oil when necessary and records full consumption.
  • • Supervises the work of the men assigned to work on the vehicle.
  • • Updates and maintains vehicle logbook/daily assignment record book on the use of the motor vehicle with all relevant activities as it relates to duties carried out.
  • • Prepares reports and maintains records on the operations of the vehicle.

• Customer Service:

  • • Maintains customer service principles, standards, and measurements.

• Other:

  • • Performs all other duties and functions as may be required from time to time.
  • • May be required to provide witness statements, attend court proceedings, and give evidence.
  • • Complies with Health & Safety Policies & Procedures.

Required Skills

• Core:

  • • To respond quickly to situations in case of an accident or incident on the road
  • • Positive energy, and attention to detail
  • • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • • Good judgment and decision-making skills
  • • Strong customer orientation skills
  • • Strong initiative and resourcefulness skills.
  • • Conscientious and flexible.
  • • Good deportment.
  • • Ability to interact with staff at all levels in a fast-paced environment.
  • • Good time-management, planning, and organizational skills.
  • • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • • Good team player
  • • High levels of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Technical:

  • • Knowledge of defensive driving skills and techniques.
  • • Knowledge of basic motor vehicle maintenance and service requirements of vehicles.
  • • An understanding in the business and operations of Jamaica Customs.
  • • Working knowledge of vehicle mechanics.
  • • Working knowledge of the Road Traffic Act and driving regulations.
  • • Knowledge of the operations of Government policies and procedures concerning motor vehicles.

Qualifications

• • Completion of High School Diploma/Certificate with at least two (2) CSEC/GCE O’Level passes.
• • At least three (3) years’ experiences in a similar position with minimal accident occurrence.
• • Possession of a General Driver’s License.
• • An understanding of government operations guidelines and principles in operating their assets.

Additional Information and Instructions

• Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

  • • Work will be conducted mainly outdoors.
  • • Involves working in a fast-paced environment with on-going interactions with critical stakeholders.
  • • Subject to certain amount of dust, heat, and danger.
  • • Must possess the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Applications, including résumés, should be submitted no later than Friday, June 13th, 2025 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by HRMD 🔗 Register link available: 📧 Need Help? Email helpdesk@jca.gov.jm if you experience any technical difficulties.

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