Class 2 Driver

HSS Hire Ireland; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tool and equipment hire is seeking a Class 2 Driver for their Reading location. The role involves delivering and collecting equipment while providing exceptional customer service. Candidates should possess a valid 7.5t license, CPC Card, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Join a team that values inclusivity and offers various benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Training, Apprenticeships and Development opportunities

Exclusive discounts on equipment rentals

Life assurance twice your annual salary

Access to healthcare and wellbeing platforms

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills to resolve inquiries.
• Knowledge of safe loading and transporting hazardous goods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect equipment, ensuring exceptional customer service.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and vehicle checks.
• Drive responsibly, abiding by traffic laws.

Skills

Customer Service

Compliance with Manual Handling Regulations

Education

Valid 7.5t License (Category C1)

Valid CPC Card

Digi Tachograph Card

Job description

HSS: The Hire Service Company - we’ve been a trusted name in tool and equipment hire since 1957, instantly recognisable across the UK and Ireland for our iconic ‘blue and yellow’ vans, kit and branches.

Today, we blend cutting-edge technology with our deep-rooted commitment to service. We’re all about people dealing with people - friendly colleagues in local branches, building great relationships with local customers and local communities. It’s hire, with a human touch.

Explore our benefits:
20 days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays) plus additional holiday buy scheme. Training, Apprenticeships and Development opportunities, exclusive discounts on equipment rentals, car lease, and retail purchases. You also receive, life assurance twice your annual salary and access to healthcare and wellbeing platforms.

Working hours:
Monday - Friday (start time between 6am - 8am until 3pm - 5pm) and Alternative Saturday Mornings (8am - 1pm)

The Role of a Class 2 Driver in our Reading CDC

• You will work as part of the delivery and collection service, demonstrating exceptional customer service in all aspects of the working day.
• Using the company's smart phone, you will maintain an accurate record of deliveries and collections and carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks.
• You will be expected to drive the company vehicle responsibly and safely, abiding by all traffic laws and the highway code.
• Represent the company and its values and be professional, help with loading and unloading and any other tasks.

What do you need to succeed as an Class 2 Driver?

• A valid 7.5t license (Category C1) and a valid CPC Card and Digi Tachograph card.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to resolve complex customer inquiries.
• Knowledge of safe loading as well as the transporting of hazardous good.
• Demonstrate compliance with manual handling regulations.

ED&I Promise
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and shape our future. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, even if you don’t meet every requirement. If you’re ready to make a positive impact with us, we want to hear from you. Together, let’s build an inclusive space in the building services industry.

We’re incredibly proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer and believe that everyone should have the opportunity to contribute and thrive. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process that will allow you to perform to the best of your ability.