Driver Development Specialist

U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.•Jacksonville, FL

1d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for delivering driver training and development in compliance with Company, Federal, and State regulations, assessing and coaching drivers of articulated vehicles, both in the truck and in a simulator environment, maintaining accurate records of all training, and fostering an encouraging learning environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years in training/development delivery required.
Drive for Results – establishes and achieves clear, specific performance goals for personal and team achievement
Collaborative Teamwork – works well with others in the team in a manner that maximizes team results
Effective Communication - Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner; correctly conveys information, both verbally and in written form, with the needs and expectations of the audience in mind
Customer Centric – exhibits understanding of the importance of customer relationships by expressing concern, following up, and resolving issues promptly
Organization and Planning – determines specific work tasks and available resources to ensure timely completion of important work assignments
Personal Development – models personal development and maintains own professional knowledge
Ethics/Ethical Practice – meets ethical guidelines and professional standards; leads by example and maintains credibility
Training/Development Delivery – prepares for training execution, manages the learning environment, delivers various learning methodologies, ensures learning outcomes; strong presentation, classroom instruction and facilitation skills
Coaching – ability to train, coach and evaluate knowledge and skills; displays coaching presence and creates awareness
Ability to implement new driver facing training and development programs as required
Ability to learn and use technology as needed; Examples include, but are not limited to, ELDs, simulators, learning management tools, standard office software (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Skype, etc.), telephones, and classroom equipment
Maintains an appropriate professional presence
Class-A CDL (Interstate) and active Medical Certification required, or the ability to acquire within 90 days of hire.
Ability to travel up to 25%; some overnight travel may be required
Talk or hear
Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel
Crouch or squat under a maximum height of 44” during pre-trip inspections and when doing tandem adjustments
Take steps in a squatting position under a maximum height of 44” during pre-trip inspections.
Turn head 90 degrees bilaterally
Climb steps or ladder up to a height of 51” and climb on a single step 24” while pulling full body weight while entering and exiting the tractor and/or trailer
Walk up to 150 feet several times during the workday
Make quick, rational decisions and have full and constant use of arms, hands, legs and feet while performing driving tasks such as turning, slowing, braking, and passing, backing and parking the vehicle
Stand and completely balance on full body weight while entering and exiting the tractor/trailer
Reach all vehicle controls for operation and all equipment for pre-trip inspections, including overhead reach (up to 70”) and reach across midline
Handle and finger all vehicle controls for operation and all equipment for pre-trip inspections, maintain a constant and firm grip, and perform frequent fine hand manipulation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.
Experience in the transportation industry a plus.
Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws preferred
Skilled in operating an articulated vehicle and trailer up to 53’ preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct driver facing development in classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on settings
Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, i.e., role-playing, simulations, team exercise, group discussions, and videos
Facilitate and implement simulator training and development programs and maintain knowledge of simulator technology to develop and implement curriculum
Maintain accurate records of attendance, class completions, evaluations, and coaching sessions in the appropriate systems
Perform safety-related functions including, but not limited to, accident reviews and skills and behavior assessments
Offers specific training and development programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills, i.e., close quarter training, simulator training, e-learning, or other proprietary or non-proprietary training and development.
Coach/Counsel drivers in collaboration with Operations and Safety for violations of DOT Regulations, FMCSR, safety standards, and company policies
Conduct on-road tests and other evaluations with drivers to determine if drivers meet U.S. Xpress skills standards and are in compliance with safety, DOT, FMCSR, and company regulations and policies
Maintain U.S. Xpress-required certifications and professional licensure
Model safe behaviors and professional interactions
Obtain and organize procedure manuals, guides, or course materials such as handouts or visual materials
Maintain all classroom technology and equipment including, but not limited to, computers, Driver Tech units, simulators, projectors, screens, etc.; responsible for reporting and tracking problems to resolution
Incumbent must complete U.S. Xpress Professional Driving Program once a year.