On-Call Independent Contractor- Trainer

The Descartes•Houston, TX

49d•Remote

About The Position

Help build safer, more capable transportation organizations by developing the next generation of driver trainers. As a Lead Trainer, you will deliver high-quality Train-the-Trainer certification programs that equip instructors with the knowledge, coaching skills, and practical driving expertise needed to consistently train professional drivers to the highest safety standards.

Requirements

Experience delivering commercial driver, transportation safety, or fleet operations training.
Strong classroom facilitation and presentation skills using PowerPoint, Google Slides, or similar presentation tools.
Ability to coach and develop adult learners through both classroom instruction and hands-on practical exercises.
Strong knowledge of: Professional driving techniques, Professional parking and backing techniques, Defensive driving principles, DOT regulations, CSA compliance, Coaching and leadership principles.
Experience conducting behind-the-wheel evaluations on public roadways.
Ability to safely demonstrate and evaluate backing maneuvers and cone-based obstacle courses including serpentine, offset alley backing, dock backing, and other prescribed exercises.
Strong documentation, organization, and administrative skills with the ability to accurately maintain electronic training records.
Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and company training applications.
Minimum two years of experience in commercial driver training, transportation safety, fleet operations, or a related field.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel extensively throughout the Continental United States.
Ability to independently coordinate rental vehicles and travel logistics.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekdays and weekends, based on training demand.
Ability to stand, walk, and instruct for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to repeatedly enter and exit commercial vehicles.
Ability to move, place, and retrieve training cones and equipment.
Ability to demonstrate vehicle maneuvering and backing techniques throughout the training day.
Smart: Able to quickly understand complex transportation concepts, assess candidate performance, and make sound instructional decisions.
Curious: Continuously seeks better training methods, coaching techniques, and improvements in transportation safety.
Coachable: Welcomes feedback, adapts instructional techniques, and continually develops as a professional trainer.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging classroom and practical Train-the-Trainer certification programs that consistently meet Descartes training standards and receive positive participant feedback.
Certify qualified trainer candidates by objectively evaluating classroom, behind-the-wheel, and closed-course performance while maintaining consistent assessment standards.
Ensure 100% completion and accuracy of all required training records, participant documentation, liability waivers, and certification results following each training event.
Maintain a safe learning environment by demonstrating and enforcing professional driving, backing, parking, and defensive driving practices throughout all classroom and field exercises.
Travel to assigned training locations and independently manage training logistics, rental vehicles, materials, and expense reporting in accordance with company requirements.
Represent Descartes professionally by delivering a consistent learning experience that reflects our commitment to safety, operational excellence, and customer service.