Driver Safety Trainer
About The Position
Western Express is seeking a Driver Safety Trainer to join their Safety Team. This role is crucial in improving the quality and effectiveness of Over-the-Road (OTR) driver trainers and enhancing safety proficiency among OTR drivers. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as an OTR Driver Trainer and a demonstrated ability to coach and mentor drivers. The position requires in-person, in-office attendance due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering.
Requirements
- Previous experience as an OTR Driver Trainer required.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and mentor drivers in a one-on-one setting.
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
- Experience navigating and utilizing internal software systems.
- Strong classroom facilitation and instructional skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal coaching abilities.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate prospective driver trainers following the check-in process to assess readiness and capability.
- Conduct hands-on practical application training related to safety route inspections.
- Assist in delivering practical application instruction for potential driver trainers.
- Provide operational support and coverage for the Safety Team as needed.
- Conduct performance investigations and implement corrective interventions to improve driver outcomes.
- Evaluate and qualify prospective driver trainers based on established standards and performance criteria.
- Facilitate and instruct Train-the-Trainer programs and Lifestyle of a Trainer courses.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
