Load Securement Instructor

Western Express•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a fun, family-oriented culture. The Western Express campus is a state-of-the-art facility rebuilt in 2020, with three on site gyms, guided fitness classes, and a cafeteria. We are proud to be a culture that promotes from within and has infinite growth potential. One of our core values is to be hardworking, and we reward those individuals with opportunity and incentive. Load Securement Duties: Instruct drivers on proper securement techniques for various load types Demonstrate securement procedures and explain load-specific methods Evaluate driver securement performance and provide constructive feedback Ensure all training meets FMCSA regulations and internal policy requirements Reinforce customer-specific securement policies and safety expectations Road Instructor Duties: Conduct in-cab evaluations and real-time road instruction Provide feedback on driver handling, speed management, lane control, and safety practices Train drivers on pre-trip and post-trip inspections Address any driving-related performance concerns with timely coaching and retraining Uphold and model safe driving behavior and company expectations Training Areas Include: Cargo inspection and working load limits Proper use of chains, straps, ropes, and tarping techniques Securement of coils, lumber, wire, rebar, containers, and sheetrock Job site and roadside safety protocols Defensive driving practices and FMCSA compliance Pre-trip inspections and vehicle operation standards Qualifications: Prior experience with flatbed load securement and over-the-road driving Instructional or training experience in a safety or driving environment preferred Strong communication skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and correct behaviors Basic computer literacy to log training progress and complete reports Reliable transportation and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen Ability to work outdoors and in a variety of weather conditions (when safe) Certifications in OSHA, TIA, or similar safety programs a plus Work Environment: This position requires full-time, in-person presence due to the hands-on nature of training and coaching. Collaboration with safety, driver development, and operations teams is essential for prompt issue resolution, coaching interventions, and supporting ongoing driver success. Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken. Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.

Requirements

Prior experience with flatbed load securement and over-the-road driving
Instructional or training experience in a safety or driving environment preferred
Strong communication skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and correct behaviors
Basic computer literacy to log training progress and complete reports
Reliable transportation and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Ability to work outdoors and in a variety of weather conditions (when safe)

Nice To Haves

Certifications in OSHA, TIA, or similar safety programs a plus

Responsibilities

Instruct drivers on proper securement techniques for various load types
Demonstrate securement procedures and explain load-specific methods
Evaluate driver securement performance and provide constructive feedback
Ensure all training meets FMCSA regulations and internal policy requirements
Reinforce customer-specific securement policies and safety expectations
Conduct in-cab evaluations and real-time road instruction
Provide feedback on driver handling, speed management, lane control, and safety practices
Train drivers on pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Address any driving-related performance concerns with timely coaching and retraining
Uphold and model safe driving behavior and company expectations