Flatbed Safety Training Instructor & Equipment Control

Swift Transportation•Phoenix, AZ

13d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities. We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift.

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.
IF LAREDO LOCATION: Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, written and verbal, to ensure proper communication.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

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.