Lead Driver Trainer

VCNA•Village of Depew, NY

13d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Driver Trainer to join our Ready-Mix Division. This position will be responsible for the training program for all Ready-Mix drivers. They will work with the driver trainers at each site in regard to new hire training or re-training of current employees. Under the direction of the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment by enforcing and adhering to current safety processes to improve the overall safety culture of the company.

Requirements

Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work well with all levels of employees within the corporation and outside contacts.
Ability to complete projects and duties as assigned in an accurate and timely fashion.
Experience improving and managing process improvements
Must possess valid NY CDL
Problem solving and decision-making skills, safety educational courses including OSHA and FMCSR requirements
Computer Skills, Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Three to five years’ experience in safety, risk management or similar role, preferred.
Construction Industry experience preferred.
Prior managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Train new drivers and assist other drivers on proper concrete mixing procedures. Including plant loading, mixing, visual inspection, plant communication and any other pertinent training required.
Train new drivers and assist other drivers in proper inspection of trucks for pre and post trip inspections, proper documentation and communication with maintenance staff.
Train new and other drivers on proper use of electronic equipment in the trucks. These items include eTicketing, cameras and tablets as well as proper protocol with dispatch communication.
Train new and other drivers on proper delivery procedures including but not limited to slump requirements, chute handling, truck placement, job-site protocol, and customer service.
Train new and assist other drivers on proper procedures for washing trucks, making block and any other related duties required for drivers.
Selects participating driver trainers into Driver Training Program. Consistently monitors performance of driver trainers and their interaction with drivers
Work as a liaison with operations in order to create a sense of teamwork
Post-accident/injury follow up with driver/safety to identify safety gaps. Any additional safety follow up and concerns identified by operations
Road test potential driver candidates.
Conduct all Smith System training requirements and additional ride-a-long training as needed.
Assist in developing and conducting annual refresher training.
Visits jobsites to assist in adherence to driver safety program.
Perform regular driver duties as needed
Assigned to projects as needed.