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■Is being an executive driver easy? A thorough explanation of the job content, advantages
An executive driver is a private driver who exclusively drives the cars used by executives who hold important positions in a company. Although driving a car is the main job, it is not just driving skills that are required. In fact, many people may not know that communication skills and various knowledge are also required. So, this time we will explain the job content, salary, and whether the work is easy or difficult of an executive driver.
1. Job content of an executive driver
The job of an executive driver is to drive a car for company executives, and there are two main ways to enter into an employment contract. One is to enter into a direct employment contract with the company where the executive works, and the other is to enter into an employment contract with a specialized company that dispatches drivers. In general, in many cases, a contract is made with a specialized company that dispatches drivers, and a person is assigned to a position after the contract is made. The specific job is to transport the executives in charge. The person will pick up the executives by car and take them to their destination. However, the job does not end when the person has been delivered to their destination. If there is a next destination, one of the duties is to wait until the executive finishes work. In addition, when an executive attends a drinking party for entertainment, the driver is required to wait until the party ends and, in some cases, accompany the executive afterwards. In addition, the executive driver's job is to manage the car he drives. Driving is the main job, but the associated maintenance and car washing must also be done properly. In this way, even though he is an executive driver, the job is characterized by the fact that he spends more time waiting and managing the car than driving.
2. Average salary and work system of executive drivers
The salary of an executive driver is said to be about 400,000 yen per month. If bonuses are paid, the annual salary will be around 5 million yen, making it a job where you can aim for a high income. The reason why executive drivers tend to earn higher salaries than ordinary taxi drivers is that they are required to have high skills. A driver's license is the minimum qualification required, and in addition to that, high communication skills and attention to detail are also required. In addition, English conversation skills may be required to deal with the executive's customers and the executives themselves if they are foreigners. On the other hand, working hours are arranged according to the executive in charge, and depending on the executive's schedule, there may be cases where overtime is required.
3. Suitable and unsuitable for executive drivers
The duty of an executive driver is to ensure that the executive in charge can work smoothly and comfortably. In addition to driving safely, it is necessary to always be mindful of communication with the executive. In particular, many people in high positions are strict with themselves and those around them, and tend to expect high skills from their exclusive drivers. Therefore, people who can read the mood of the moment and be considerate of executives and can continuously communicate well will be suitable to be executive drivers. On the other hand, even if someone can drive safely and smoothly, if they are not good at being considerate and communicating well, they are not suitable to be executive drivers. In addition, it is also important to be highly conscious of confidentiality. In the private car, there are many opportunities for executives to talk about confidential company information. It is also essential to keep a tight lip and never tell anyone about any information learned during work.
4. Advantages and disadvantages of being an executive driver
As mentioned in the salary section, executive drivers are required to have high levels of skills and abilities, so they are paid more than regular taxi or bus drivers. In addition, if you receive high praise for your skills and attention while communicating with the executives you are in charge of, you may receive special bonuses such as tips in addition to your regular salary. Another advantage is that it is physically easy to do, as there is a lot of waiting during work and little time actually driving. If you are not specifically instructed to do anything during your waiting time, you can spend your time freely reading books, etc. On the other hand, the disadvantage is that it is not an occupation that anyone can easily get. It is a job that requires not only driving skills but also various abilities and skills, so you cannot do it just by having a driver's license. In addition, your work schedule is determined according to the executive's schedule, so if you have to entertain, you will need to work overtime, which makes it difficult to maintain a life-work balance.
Become an executive driver with Transact
I have introduced the actual situation of the job of an executive driver, from salary to advantages and disadvantages, but did you understand it? The job of an executive driver is not necessarily an easy job, but it is a rewarding job because it is not a job that anyone can do. Transact offers a rewarding working environment for executive drivers, as well as various allowances for overtime, etc. Why not consider the path of an executive driver, which has many attractive benefits?
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