Five Skills Every Delivery Driver Needs - Unity Recruitment
If you enjoy getting out on the open road, a career as a delivery driver could be perfect for you. But what does it take to succeed in this position? We take a look at five skills every delivery driver cannot do without below.
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Drive like a pro
Let's start with the basics - if you're going to be a delivery driver, you need to know what you're doing when you get behind the wheel of a car, van or lorry. You'll spend the vast majority of your working day out on the road and as well as being a good driver, you'll need to enjoy it too, otherwise you're likely to find the role quite difficult.
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Every delivery driver needs a good driving record and the correct licence for the type of vehicle they're looking to drive. You also require the physical wellbeing to spend long periods on the road, such as good eyesight and colour vision.
Keeping up concentration
Enjoying being on the road is not enough to be a good delivery driver. You also need to be able to maintain concentration at all times. Delivery drivers are often required to cover large distances and the chances are you'll be driving for far longer than you would in normal everyday life.
Quality communication
While skill behind the wheel and concentration are vital for delivery drivers, there are other attributes that are necessary too. For instance, you'll need good communication skills, both written and verbal.
There is a fair deal of paperwork involved in most delivery jobs and drivers are expected to fill out forms and file reports accurately. You'll also have to liaise with other members of your team and customers on a regular basis.
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Attention to detail
The little things can make a big difference for delivery drivers. If you're to get from A to B on time you'll need to plan your route carefully and take into account any disruptions that could possibly throw you off track. A big part of the role is paying attention to your vehicle too. A breakdown is a nightmare for a delivery driver and by keeping an eye on your car, van or lorry, you'll stand a good chance of nipping small issues in the bud before they become major ones.
Customer care
Another skill that is important for delivery drivers is customer service. While you'll spend most of your time out on the road, when you arrive at your destination you'll often be interacting with a customer and this is a crucial element of the job. After all, people are unlikely to use a delivery company whose drivers are rude and unfriendly.
From time to time, drivers may also be required to deal with difficult situations, such as a customer who is unhappy with their delivery or angry at it being late. A good driver has the communication and customer care skills to handle these occasions in a calm and professional manner.
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Jeep Wrangler Safety for First Timers
Jeep Wrangler safety concerns often arise especially regarding the young first time driver?
I have heard the question Are Jeep Wranglers Safe? often posed by parents who all too soon have teenaged children getting their drivers licenses and thinking about the car, truck or JEEP of their dreams.
I have to admit that the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep CJ (also known as the 'Universal' styled Jeeps) are very seductive to young and old alike. I am a good example of a tried and true Jeep Lover, who has been seduced by the Wranglers and CJs for a long time.
The problem arises when a parent or guardian has to make a decision about the type of vehicle they want their child to start driving...with safety as the greatest motivator. After all, we all want our children to be as safe as possible, especially when venturing onto the highways and byways in a ton and a half moving conglomerate of metal, plastic, rubber and glass.
I was recently asked (again) by a parent whether or not I thought the Jeep Wrangler was safe, or not, for her twin 16-year old new drivers. Below is Camilla's question. My reply might surprise you:
Camilla: The Jeep Wrangler doesn't have safety ratings that make the parents of two 16-year old's say 'yes, buy it!' I'm wondering if it has been tested with the hard top on? (Implied) Are Jeep Wranglers Safe in general for young drivers?
My Reply:
Hi Camilla,
The Jeep Wrangler is only as safe as the person who drives it.
No, it does not have the safety features of a Volvo, or most other mid- to full-sized cars and trucks produced today. The Wrangler is a special multipurpose vehicle designed to go off road, as well as function on hard pavement.
Being that some compromises have to be made for a vehicle to have this kind of versatility, there are inherent requirements of the driver to be mature, experienced and above all, aware of the vehicle's limitations.
Only you as parents know your children's level of responsibility and concern for safety. Many young people get early experience with Jeeps on farms, ranches and hunting or fishing expeditions with responsible adults as examples.
As a parent myself I would not recommend a Wrangler or CJ Jeep as a first vehicle for my child to use as a daily driver. I would want my child to have a lot of driving experience and maturity before venturing into the Wrangler world of Jeeps.
A good compromise would be the Jeep Cherokee XJ (1984 through 2001...best from 1996 to 2001), or the Jeep Grand Cherokee (1993 to the present). They are mid-sized SUVs available with 4-wheel drive and full safety features for each model year.
Also, the Wrangler hard-top provides no added safety protection. It merely provides shelter from inclement weather, some sound deadening and convertible versatility when desired. The Wranglers do come standard with full roll cages for added safety.
Larry
The question of Jeep Wrangler safety requires some caveats when applied to young drivers as well as many first time Wrangler drivers of any age:
- The Wrangler and CJ Jeeps are not like cars. They can not be safely driven the same way one drives a sports car, or even the family sedan, especially at high speeds and on winding roads.
- These Jeeps have a higher center of gravity to allow for better ground clearance while off the paved roads. A higher center of gravity makes any vehicle more susceptible to rolling over, especially when compared with one built lower to the road surface. That's why you don't see many 'Low-Riders' flipped over on their roofs.
- Adding a lift kit and/or taller tires only increases the center of gravity height. This is a very common practice with many Wranglers and CJ Jeeps to achieve better ground clearance for off road use.
- The short wheelbase of the standard Wrangler and CJ Jeeps also reduces the stability of the vehicle under certain daily driver situations. These Jeeps were designed to go relatively slow when compared with cars and full-sized trucks. The short wheelbase was specifically designed to make the Wrangler/CJ capable of going through most narrow and steeply inclined trails without hanging up the front or rear bumpers.
Note: The longer Wrangler Unlimited has a wheelbase of 116' compared to the standard Wrangler wheelbase of 95.4'. The longer wheelbase 'Unlimited' Wrangler adds significantly improved handling. The Wrangler Unlimited was introduced in 2004 and continues through today. When talking Jeep Wrangler safety...this is the safest one built to date.Wendy's 2011 Wrangler Unlimited...(click photo for more info)
- And finally, most 16-year olds do not possess the maturity to not push a Jeep to the limit when given the chance (usually out of the sight of their parents). Although most young folks feel they are indestructible and can handle anything, traffic statistics prove otherwise. Now, I don't mean to offend any teenagers, but I was once a teenager, too! Looking back, only by the grace of God am I still here.
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