Background
Atkins is one of Ireland's best known farm machinery dealerships. We represent many leading brands including Fendt, JCB, McHale, Pottinger, Kubota and more. From our main location on the Carrigrohane Road in Cork City and local branches at Bandon and Fermoy we reach customers all over Cork and surrounding counties. We operate two rigid trucks fitted with cranes for local deliveries and hire in hauliers for long distance / low loader work.
Job Overview
Deliver new and used tractors and farm machinery to customers, predominantly in Cork, and bring back in trade-ins from such customers.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
* Deliver and collect tractors and machinery for the sales and workshop departments. Items being transported may be mounted on the truck bed (e.g. tractors & small implements) or towed (e.g. balers).
* Operate an onboard crane to lift machinery up onto a truck offsite (forklifts and a loading ramp are usually used for this purpose onsite).
* Tie down loads securely.
* Plan routes.
* Represent the company professionally when in customers' yards.
* Collect payment from customers on occasion.
* Conduct daily checks and routine maintenance on the truck, reporting any issues that need attention to keep the truck in good working order.
Skills & Traits Required
* Rigid truck driving and towing experience required;
* Crane operation experience an advantage.
Experience & Qualifications Required
* C Driving License
* CPC
Job Dimensions
* Reporting to: Sales Manager
* Job location: Carrigrohane Road, Cork, T12 TX84
* Position Type: Permanent & Full Time
- Remuneration: from €35k p.a.
* Schedule: Mon. - Fri., 9:00 – 17:30
* Overtime: Hours over 39hr.'s/wk. paid at an attractive overtime rate
* Pension: Attractive contributory scheme
* Expenses: Daily unvouched expenses allowance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Food allowance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Rigid truck driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* C Driving Licence (required)
* CPC Card (preferred)
Work Location: On the road