Driver Trainer
About The Position
The Driver Trainer is part of TransWest’s Training, Safety and Compliance team and assists with training and onboarding CDL, Non-CDL, and ADA drivers. The role leads safety initiatives and trains new drivers in classroom settings and behind the wheel. The Driver Trainer partners with Operations to ensure client training and safety needs are met, with safety as a core value. TransWest provides transportation by shuttle, bus, charter, and valet, partnering with companies to develop transportation systems and hospitality experiences. The company describes its culture as close-knit, with team events including summer barbecues, holiday parties, games, and contests. TransWest also commits to building a diverse and collaborative workforce where team members of different backgrounds, abilities, and identities can thrive.
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 have a CDL Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement.
- Must have a current, active DOT Medical Card.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a supervisor or lead is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Arrange and document driver safety training, including initial safety orientation, classroom concepts, and safe-driving practices; ensure required safety training is current and complete.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement new training as needed.
- Promote adherence to safety standards and safe workplace practices.
- Assist with vehicle-related incidents involving TransWest equipment and employees, and assist with retraining as needed.
- 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 operation policies.
- Maintain schedules and other information for rider use, maintain knowledge of transportation operations, and instruct trainees on providing riders with transportation information and ways to 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 insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off, accruing in accordance with company policy up to 80 hours (10 days) annually, with increased accrual opportunities based on years of service
- One paid personal day annually
- Seven company-observed holidays
- Quarterly safety performance bonus opportunity for eligible team members who meet established safety program requirements
- Paid DOT medical card and physicals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
