Full Time Trainer

First Student•Amityville, NY

About The Position

First Student is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Driver Trainer to train new and existing drivers, promote safe driving practices, and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal and state transportation regulations. The role includes classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, refresher and remedial training, maintaining training records, and supporting safety initiatives. The trainer works with location management and safety personnel to identify training needs and improve driver performance, and travels between company locations as needed. The position pays $35.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Working knowledge of federal and state transportation and safety regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with drivers, employees, customers, management, client representatives, union officials, and the general public.
Fluent in English.
Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
Must have access to a reliable vehicle for work-related travel within the service area.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of training experience preferred.
1–3 years of transportation, safety, or related industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for new drivers and refresher or remedial training for existing drivers.
Deliver additional safety and operational training to location employees as needed.
Monitor training attendance and maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Reinforce safe driving practices, transportation regulations, and company safety standards.
Assist with safety-related initiatives, including accident investigations, regulatory forms compliance, and safety meetings.
Collaborate with location management and safety personnel to identify training needs and improve driver performance.
Travel between company locations as needed to conduct training.
Perform other duties as assigned.