Driver Trainer

TransWest Mobility • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

As part of TransWest’s Training, Safety and Compliance team, the Driver Trainer assists with training and onboarding CDL, Non-CDL, and ADA drivers. The role leads safety initiatives and trains new drivers in the classroom and behind the wheel. The Driver Trainer partners with Operations to ensure client training and safety needs are met, and treats safety as a core value.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must have at least three years of commercial or professional driving experience.
• Must understand DOT rules and guidelines.
• Must pass a pre-employment DOT drug test.
• Must be able to communicate proficiently in English.
• Must hold a Class A or B CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
• Must have a current, active DOT Medical Card.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a supervisor or lead.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and document driver safety training, including initial safety orientation, classroom concepts, and safe-driving practices; ensure required additional safety training is current and complete.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement new training as required.
• Promote adherence to safety standards and safe workplace practices.
• Assist with vehicle-related incidents involving TransWest equipment and employees, and provide retraining when needed.
• Actively improve, promote, and monitor driver safety.
• Instruct trainees in providing excellent client service, greeting clients professionally, and assisting with boarding or de-boarding in accordance with operating policies.
• Maintain rider-use supplies such as schedules and other information; stay informed about transportation operations; and train drivers to explain transportation options and how riders can access additional information.
• Perform road tests as needed.
• Instruct trainees on completing DOT pre-trips, post-trips, and inspections as needed.
• Instruct trainees on fueling vehicles in accordance with company policies and state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off accruing according to company policy, with eligibility to accrue up to 80 hours (10 days) annually and increased accrual opportunities based on years of service.
• One paid personal day annually: 8 hours for full-time Team Members and 4 hours for part-time Team Members.
• Seven company-observed holidays; eligible full-time non-exempt Team Members receive eight hours of holiday pay and eligible part-time non-exempt Team Members receive four hours.
• Opportunity for a quarterly safety performance bonus for Team Members who meet established safety program requirements.
• Paid DOT medical card and physicals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed