Instructor, Driver Safety and Training

Holland America/Princess Alaska-Yukon Land Operations•Anchorage, AK

45d

About The Position

The Instructor, Driver Safety and Training role teaches and develops professional motorcoach drivers through classroom learning and hands-on driving instruction. The instructor uses their driving expertise, patience, and commitment to safety to help students build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to drive professionally and deliver excellent guest experiences. The position is seasonal and full-time, within the Transportation Department at Anchorage Transportation and Guest Services.

Requirements

Previous experience as a driver-guide with Holland America/Princess-Alaska or equivalent experience.
Current, valid driver’s license and three years of clean driving record; a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be requested.
Meet the company’s clean driver eligibility requirements.
Current, valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, with an air brake endorsement.
Certification as physically qualified through a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screen.
Minimum age of 21.
Pass a pre-employment background check.
Dedication to excellent customer service for guests, coworkers, and vendors.
Eligibility to work in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with computer business applications.
Ability to prioritize work and maintain attention to time constraints while working in a team or group environment.
Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, maintain attention to detail and accuracy, and supervise and manage staff.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
Ability to support and comply with company policies, procedures, guidelines, and health and safety standards.
Ability to stand, walk, or work on feet for a minimum of eight hours per day.

Responsibilities

Communicate and enforce Department of Transportation (DOT), state, and local regulations, as well as company policies.
Demonstrate driver-guide techniques and maintenance duties.
Evaluate student drivers’ abilities and training progress, and document their skills progress.
Regularly report trainee progress to management.
Maintain records in the appropriate logs.
Perform other duties as assigned.