Flatbed Safety Training Instructor & Equipment Control

Swift Transportation•Greer, SC

13d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Swift Transportation is seeking a Flatbed Safety Training Instructor & Equipment Control professional. This role involves instructing truck drivers on defensive techniques, proper documentation, and equipment usage, as well as managing and assigning flatbed equipment. The position also includes recruiting experienced drivers for flatbed transitions, coordinating training, and maintaining equipment inventory. The instructor will deliver various safety courses, including the National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course and HAZMAT content, and ensure drivers are compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Additionally, the role involves teaching tie-down courses, administering exams, and preparing performance reports. The instructor will also promote positive driver relations, participate in training sessions, conduct recruiting seminars, and evaluate training programs for potential enhancements. The company is a leader in the industry with a strong history and a commitment to continuous learning, growth opportunities, and a positive company culture.

Requirements

6+months flat-bed securement experience required.
2+years transportation experience required.
Must possess full working knowledge of all flat-bed equipment and tie down procedures.
Must possess strong communication skills.
Must be able to conduct classroom instruction.
Must have good problem solving skills.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

IF LAREDO LOCATION: Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, written and verbal, to ensure proper communication.

Responsibilities

Instruct professional truck drivers defensive techniques, proper documentation, and proper equipment usage.
Assign flatbed equipment to drivers and ensure equipment is available to drivers.
Instruct lead and organize Flatbed training course for experienced drivers.
Recruit experienced drivers who are interested in transitioning from van to flatbed.
Determine qualifications of drivers interested in Flatbed and coordinate required training.
Instruct National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course, HAZMAT related content, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Section 395 regulations for Professional Truck Drivers.
Assist in the issuing of equipment to all newly assigned trucks and ensure truck is stocked with flatbed equipment and issued to drivers.
Assist in reclaiming all equipment from turned in trucks; record disposition of equipment and charge drivers back for any damaged or lost equipment.
Maintain monthly inventory; create and submit inventory lists.
Teach tie-down flat-bed courses and administer written and practical exams and prepare performance reports to evaluate driver's performance.
Train drivers on completion of paper work.
Schedule classes based on classroom and equipment availability.
Promote good relations with drivers through coaching and supporting drivers on how to find the best solutions to work through flatbed securement problems.
Participate in meetings, seminars and training sessions to obtain information useful to training; integrate information into the training program.
Conduct weekly flatbed recruiting seminar during driver orientation.
Evaluate training program and propose enhancements and develop further training as needed.
May conduct auto-haul training.
Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.