Driver Trainer

U.S. Venture, Inc.•Solon, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In addition to day-to-day responsibilities as a Delivery Driver, this position will serve as a lead trainer and mentor to fully acclimate team members to U.S. AutoForce’s safety rules and regulations and job responsibilities. The Driver- Trainer/Navigator will be assigned lead responsibilities with a focus on safety training and sharing U.S. Venture’s differentiating values to help our drivers be successful and ensure a great workplace.

Requirements

Must be 21 years old or older (mandatory company policy)
A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for the past three years
No safety violations for the past three years e.g., hand-held mobile device, seatbelt, etc.
Great communication skills and ability to connect with people
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
Ability to push and/or roll tires up to 400 pounds
Ability to follow instructions and safe operating procedures
Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service
1 years’ work experience and satisfactory completion of company road test by qualified assessor.
Ability to be trained and use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts, as required
Must meet the physical requirements of the job
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Drive a box truck under 26,001 pounds or other vehicles during one of our many routes while making 10-20 deliveries/day deliveries
Complete and maintain accurate records and logs including driver's logs, fuel purchase logs, and other records as required by company policy and law
Make on time deliveries at our customer's locations while in a safe, punctual manner in all weather conditions
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle you're driving for the day
Lift 50 pounds consistently throughout your shift and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds. When lifting commercial tires you will do team lifts or use mechanical equipment.
When working with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires you will need to be able to exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds
Assist in the loading/unloading of trucks and occasionally operate equipment (forklift pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.) when needed
Operate a handheld device, provided, and ensure all deliveries are fulfilled
Communicate effectively and efficiently with customers, coworkers, and management
Collect payments from customers upon delivery of product
Pace Driver trainer- Key role in assessing driver abilities and help instill a safety first culture
Take lead role in any retraining due to any driving incidents.
Train new associates to conform to accepted procedures.
Be an exemplary associate in every facet (work ethic, communication, Positivity, and be familiar with company initiatives and Culture)
Support Onboarding process and train to high level of customer service