Driver Trainer

Beyond TalentEdge has a direct hire opportunity for a Driver Trainer. Our client is one of the leading technology-driven supply chain solutions providers serving the food and beverage industry.

The Driver Trainer is responsible for delivering technical and procedural training to build Driver competency and capability. Possessing a mastery of safe driving, liquid tanker operation, and dry bulk pneumatic trailer operation, the Driver Trainer teaches Drivers, with the aid of standardized training documentation, the fundamental skills needed to perform their jobs. The Trainer works closely with the Sr. Manager of Fleet & Logistics and Logistics Manager to develop technical and procedural training documentation for employee Drivers. The Trainer is responsible for evaluating employee skills against training materials and expectations and coordinating training sign-off by the Logistics management team. The Driver trainer will also evaluate employees on a set frequency for skill proficiency and provide remedial coaching as needed. This role involves spending significant time with drivers on the road to ensure training standardization and identify improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Build a training plan including onboarding and training new employees and refresher and cross-training for current employees. Contribute technical knowledge, insights, and recommendations to aid in creating training documentation in multiple formats, including written SOPs, presentations, and videos that consistently deliver information.
• Increase our drivers' knowledge, performance, and expertise in compliance, safe driving, liquid tanker operation, and dry bulk pneumatic trailer operation.
• Work closely with operations leaders, managers, and other departments to identify training needs and align training efforts with organizational goals.
• Customize training programs to meet employees' specific needs and skill levels utilizing various pedagogies.
• Work one-on-one with Driver Trainees to bridge the gap in training from CDL school to solo driving, including loading and unloading techniques, paperwork and seal compliance, backing/navigating tight spaces, and the “surge effect.”
• Work hand in hand with current Drivers to ensure understanding of documented operational processes and procedures.
• Evaluate trainees for competency against training documentation and checklists.
• Provide supplementary training and coaching when needed to ensure the trainees understand documented procedures and processes.
• Sign off on required steps for trainees to complete training and work independently in core job duties.
• Audit, spot check, and rectify compliance gaps on standard work instructions and training material where identified.
• Proactively communicate problems and assist in their resolution.
• Deliver and promote Train the Trainer training courses and ongoing coaching support to operators.
• Utilizing the HRIS, track training in employee records, including certifications, compliance requirements, and skills assessments.
• Act as a subject matter expert, staying current on DOT/FMCSA laws, rules, and regulations, including hours of services and electronic log operation.
• Assures that the work produced consistently complies with all company, safety, and quality policies and local, state, or Federal regulations.
• Visual and hearing acuity, in accordance with federal regulations which mandate that truck drivers have to hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, have at least 20/40 vision, a 70-degree field of vision and the ability to distinguish the colors of traffic lights.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a subject matter expert with demonstrated ability to train others. Working knowledge of common training methods and techniques.
• Possess a customer service orientation and represent the company with professionalism.
• Strong relationship-building and excellent written/verbal communication skills, including collaborating and communicating across departments. (Must be strongly proficient in the English language.)
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and implement appropriate responses.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; proficient in ELD and HRIS data entry and reporting.
• Able to wear protective gear correctly during the workday.
• Willingness to travel between facilities and stay out over the road as needed. Willingness and ability to work a variety of days and hours.

Salary:

$75,000 - $105,000

“Beyond TalentEdge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Beyond TalentEdge to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.”