Local Driver - Trainer

Riverence Provisions LLC•Buhl, ID

About The Position

The Local Driver – Trainer will supervise work activities for all relief driver positions. Coordinate, plan and conduct Relief Driver training and evaluation programs. He/She will coordinate with the Transportation Manager for the movement of all trucks and services required. He/She will coordinate with local repair agencies, work with dispatch, and warehouse for all local requirements. This position reports to the Transportation Manager.

Requirements

Ability to speak in front of groups and conduct presentations at all levels.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information.
Valid Class A driver's license with clean driving record.
Proven safe driving record.
Minimum 5-10 years driving experience.
Excellent customer relations experience required for internal and external customers.
Strong background in training required.
Demonstrated ability to supervise a group of employees in a positive manner, be part of a team environment and have a commitment to quality processes.
Results oriented and passionate about the company's business and product line-up.
Personal integrity, honesty and leadership by example.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computer programs such as Excel, Word and Power Point preferred.

Responsibilities

Train and assist new drivers in all expectations for a safe professional driver.
Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; schedule and assign work; recommend disciplinary actions and recommend removal of applicants from the training program, as appropriate.
Coordinate, plan and implement training programs; conduct safe driving check weekly and provide training for areas of deficiencies.
Be a positive voice of the Company's Vision and Mission and adhere to all procedures in support of them.
Promote the Department's vision of Safety, Service and Efficiency.
Supervise the shuttling of all equipment to and from various agencies, company locations, and any other assigned locations.
Provide constant updates to the Department Director of all reoccurring maintenance issues.
At times, work independently with minimal supervision.
Communicate and Work as a Team Member.
Participate in some discussions about confidential/sensitive matters and understand these stay between those in the discussion.
Communicate with employees and customers through written, oral and face-to-face interactions.
Assist other team members in completion of work.
Communicate with fellow employees to complete tasks and adhere to safety standards.
Occasionally fill in on over the road trips when required.
Other duties as assigned.