Driver Development Specialist
Listed on 2026-07-26
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Transportation
Driver Development Specialist
TUNNEL HILL USX TERMINAL
Monday-Friday 7am-5pm
Position open to remote:
No
Grade: HR11
Compensation Range:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people.
When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond.
Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Purpose:
The Driver Development Specialist is responsible for delivering driver training and development to the full driver population in orientation. This role provides classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on training.
This position works in compliance with Company, Federal, and State regulation sand fosters an encouraging learning environment.
- Conduct driver-facing development in classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on settings.
- Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, i.e., role-playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, and videos.
- Facilitate and implement simulator training and development programs; maintain knowledge of simulator technology and contribute to simulator content development and improvement recommendations.
- Provide additional one-on-one training and tutoring for at-risk students to support successful program completion.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, class completions, evaluations, and coaching sessions in the appropriate systems.
- Perform safety-related functions including, but not limited to, accident reviews and skills and behavior assessments.
- Offer specific training and development programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills, i.e., close-quarter training, simulator training, e-learning, or other proprietary or non-proprietary training and development.
- Coach and counsel drivers in collaboration with Operations and Safety for violations of DOT Regulations, FMCSR, safety standards, and company policies.
- Conduct on-road tests and other evaluations with drivers to determine if drivers meet U.S. Xpress skills and conduct standards and are in compliance with safety, DOT, FMCSR, and company regulations and policies.
- Engage in ongoing education relating to teaching skills and complete required professional development.
- Maintain all classroom technology and equipment; responsible for reporting and tracking problems to resolution.
- Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.
- Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice.
- Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.
- Build credibility and trust among managed employees by providing prompt and constructive feedback in office when observing such…
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