Local Driver - Trainer

Description

Job Type: Full-time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Distribution Manager

Summary/Objective

• 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. 

Essential Functions

• 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.

Requirements

Competencies

• 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.

Supervisory Responsibility

Responsible for overseeing relief drivers through training matrices.

Work Environment

The worker is frequently subject to outside environmental conditions: Exposed to changing weather conditions. The worker is subject to noise. The worker can be subject to cold and wet conditions. 

Physical Demands

The worker will be required to have a range of motion as follows:  

• Often requires walking or moving to accomplish tasks.  
• Often requires standing for sustained periods of time.  
• Occasionally requires stooping and reaching.    
• Occasionally requires pushing using upper extremities to press against something with steady force.  
• Occasionally requires pulling using upper extremities to exert force to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.  
• Lifting is required on an occasional basis.
• Repetitive Motions are required which involve substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.    

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Full-time position work 5 days a week, week days and some weekends as required

Expected Hours of Work: Varies but mostly 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Travel:

Some travel required

Required Education and Experience:

• 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.

Preferred Education and Experience:

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

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

None.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.