What are the responsibilities and job description for the Class A and B CDL Trainer and Safety Professional position at Sarasota County Government?
Department : TransitAbout Our Job
Are you an experienced CDL Class A & B trainer with a background in creating training programs? This role is perfect for you! You’ll design and facilitate training, demonstrate effective CDL driving practices, and collaborate with both the Public Utilities and Public Works departments. Additionally, you’ll work closely with the Risk Department on accident investigations, safety training recommendations, and various administrative, safety, and security-related duties. Apply today for this exciting opportunity!
Job Description :
Conduct training in a classroom environment to prepare County employees to obtain their Class A or Class B CDL, along with any required endorsements, within the appropriate timeframe.
Create and facilitate classroom training for County employees on topics including but not limited to : rules of the road, customer service, defensive driving skills, safety, security, compliance regulations, Substance Abuse, sensitivity training and applicable HR and Safety Manual policies and guidelines.
Maintain records regarding training completed by County employees as needed for compliance purposes.
Create and facilitate refresher training for existing employees upon request.
Maintain the training with any federal law or regulation updates.
Provide behind-the-wheel / road training for County employees.
Create and conduct behind-the-wheel / road training for County employees to demonstrate safe operation of vehicles including but not limited to : driving skills, pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and customer service.
Facilitate all aspects to securing trainees’ CDL training and testing.
Provide re-training for those existing employees identified as needing additional skills refreshment.
Schedule fully trained employees with a third party CDL tester, to obtain the CDL license.
Assists Public Works and Public Utilities Departments with accident investigations :
Report to the scene of accident to assess / review the scene and act as an assistant to the Risk Department Representative.
Assist with coordinating appropriate follow up needs in regard to medical needs and / or drug and alcohol testing.
Work closely with department supervisor, Risk / Safety Advisor and HR Business Partner on the investigation and any recommendations.
Create / conduct any necessary refresher training determined from investigation.
Participate in various department meetings or committees upon request.
Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.
About You
Minimum Qualifications :
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Communication, or related field AND one year of job-related experience .
- OR- Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of job-related experience in the water treatment field.
- OR- Professional-related experience may substitute for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.
A valid Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of hire.
A valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications :
Ex perience in creating and implementing training materials.
Experience in accident and safety investigations.
Physical Demands : Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening : This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range : $53,456.00 - $58,000.00 / annually , based on experience.
Employee Type : Regular (Budgeted)
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and / or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents () . You will need to present the following items on your first day :
Benefits :
Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net () for additional information.
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.
We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different and are committed to creating a culture of understanding and respect where our employees realize that we are stronger together.
Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.
Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application / selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.
Government employers are drug-free and tobacco-free environments, EEO / AA / ADA employers, and they prohibit discrimination in all services, programs or activities.
Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free / Drug-Free Workplace.
Salary : $53,456 - $58,000
