Summary
Description
Job Summary
Responsible for training, mentoring, and developing both current and new truck drivers to ensure they are fully equipped with the skills, knowledge, and safety practices required for a successful career in the transportation industry. Key resource the guide trainees through on-the-job training, providing feedback, support, and assessment to ensure their success in the role.
Job Scope
Supervisory Responsibilities Budgetary Responsibilities
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Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Conducts on-the-job Training
Teaches new drivers how to safely operate and maintain their trucks, including safe driving practices, navigation and vehicle maintenance procedures
Provides feedback by regularly evaluating performance and identifying areas of strengths and opportunities for improvement
Ensures trainees understand and comply with safety regulations, including proper handling of cargo, maintaining legal driving hours, and ensuring the truck’s safety systems are functioning correctly
Tracks trainees’ progress and performance using established criteria
Offers ongoing assessments to determine readiness for certification or solo driving
Acts as a mentor and provide emotional and professional support to new drivers, offering guidance and advice to ease the transition into the role
Ensures trainees adhere to all company, federal, and state transportation regulations, and assist with record-keeping related to training progress, driver logs, and safety checks
Provides or assists in classroom-based training sessions when needed
Offers solutions and troubleshooting support for any technical issues, route navigation concerns, or challenges that trainees may encounter while on the road
Stays up to date on industry best practices, new technologies, and safety regulations
Participates in training programs and refresher courses to maintain professional expertise
Fosters a positive work environment that emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and respect for the company’s values and goals
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Minimum Education, Certification, Experience and Physical Requirements
Education and experience minimums can be substituted with any equivalent combination of training and experience
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience
3 Years over-the-road driving experience
License
CDL Certification with no major violations in the last 5 years
Travel
Travel is required to various tropical locations
Physical
Ability to climb in and out of truck and drive for extended periods of time. Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of pressure to turn crank lever. Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer or handheld devices. Ability to frequently twist, bend, reach, squat, kneel, climb on equipment, push/pull 50 pounds, crawl, lift and carry at least 80 pounds on a daily basis, Ability to withstand exposure to extreme weather conditions.
Language
English
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and safety standards
Knowledge of most effective training methods
Ability to apply theories into practice in the classroom and on the road
Ability to clearly communicate instructions, feedback, and safety procedures to trainees, both in writing and verbally
Ability to remain patient, calm, and supportive under pressure
Ability to effectively use electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS systems, and other in-cab technologies
Ability to apply judgement and decision making skills.
Ability to accurately perform detailed tasks.
Ability to manage activities in multiple locations, and to manage projects that involve multiple locations.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Ability to use a personal computer.
Ability to diagnose problems, make recommendations, or take action to elicit improvement.
Ability to logically structure processes and procedures.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to prioritize and schedule work.
Ability to travel.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Skills in oral and written communications, including strong skills in interpersonal communications.
Skills in decision making and problem solving.
Skills in customer service.
Skills in conflict resolution.
Skills in management including planning, organization, direction and control.
Skills in facilitating formal presentations.
Skills in computer operations.
Skills in professionalism and dependability
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