Job Title:Fleet Trainer
Summary:The Fleet Trainer is responsible for training the individuals who drive company vehicles in a safe, timely and efficient manner while ensuring we are in compliance with both company standards and external standards (FMCSR, etc.). This individual is a person of integrity & respect that trains through honest dialogue and constructive feedback. The individual should also be a proactive thinker, embracing a mindset of thorough planning & continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assists in developing, implementing and continuous improvement of our Fleet Safety training programs, including both on the job and virtual trainings through company LMS.
- Manages the onboarding of drivers, including training and evaluating them on company driving standards and expectations in their initial weeks of employment.
- Performs annual driver observations and re-training as necessary.
- Observations may include riding with each driver at their warehouse locations or virtual ride-a-longs to observe driving performance and safety performance and develops action plan for improvement alongside their manager when necessary.
- Participates in company accident committee and integrates findings in to training program.
- Interprets and complies with transportation regulations (FMCSR, safety regulations, Fleet Safety Program). and company policies and procedures for workers.
- Adheres to safety, food safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices regulations.
- Reports safety, food safety, and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED;
- Bachelor?s Degree or equivalent from four-year College or university
preferred but not required;
- Three years? experience in transportation, warehousing or related field
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- CDL Class A License preferred.
- Smith System Certified Trainer certification preferred.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to travel up to 50% of travel.
- Ability to pass a DOT physical.