Driver Trainer

Reports to:

Director of Training & Operations Status:
Exempt 1. Job Purpose/Objective:

The Trainer sets the example for safety within the organization. In this role, the Trainer provides safety education and training in health and driver safety practices to all Drivers and Aides, for all subsidiaries of Roberts Hawaii, Inc. on all island locations. This position is responsible for instructing trainees in the proper procedures for pre-trip instructions, driving techniques, etc. per Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). in order for them to qualify and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B with Passenger Endorsement and be qualified to obtain an “S” endorsement.

The Trainer will train drivers in preparing daily trip sheets, vouchers, and outline narratives to be used on various trips. In addition, this position prepares daily DOT regulation reports on types of training conducted, reporting any problems that have occurred.

Incumbent may perform any or all of the following:

• Administrative:
  • Prepares classroom / office for daily training
  • Prepares material for classroom use (handouts, tests, videos, etc.)
  • Administers tests
  • Prepares daily agenda for training class
  • Produces company IDs for replacement / new employees
  • Communicates with various departments
  • Reports key performance indicator data as required
  • Represents the Company at all recruitment events and effectively hires employees into the Company
  • Attends all meetings
  • Utilizes strong computer skills to able to utilize Microsoft Office tools:
    PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Word
• Instruction:
  • Sets ground rules – tardiness, attire, materials needed, attitude, commitment to excellence
  • Provides training and setting the course for obtaining a CDL
  • Presents Defensive Driving Course
  • Conducts training in Red Cross CPR, AED & First Aid
  • Participates in “Driver Surveillance” to ensure drivers are abiding with all safety requirements, regulations and policies as decreed by DOT and Company Policies & Procedures
  • Evaluates driver performance (in all transportation divisions)
  • Instructs Customer Service Courses to improve and set service standards
  • Trains Tour Classes
  • Conducts a minimum of four (4) required weekly field observations
  • Conducts training sessions for drivers that need to attend remedial courses
  • Conducts monthly tailgate meetings
  • Executes Road Evaluations
  • Able to train all courses offered by the safety department
• Safety Performance:
• Sets ground rules – tardiness, attire, materials needed, attitude, commitment to excellence
• Provides training and setting the course for obtaining a CDL
• Presents Defensive Driving Course
• Conducts training in Red Cross CPR, AED & First Aid
• Participates in “Driver Surveillance” to ensure drivers are abiding with all safety requirements, regulations and policies as decreed by DOT and Company Policies & Procedures
• Instructs Customer Service Courses to improve and set service standards
• Trains Tour Classes
• Conducts a minimum of four (4) required weekly field observations
  
  Conducts training sessions for drivers that need to attend remedial courses
• Conducts monthly tailgate meetings
• Executes Road Evaluations
• Able to train all courses offered by the safety department
• Leadership:
  • Sets the example for safety within the Company
  • Engages with drivers and aides, establishing positive relationships to encourage safety within the organization and excellent service
  • Works positively with other departments (Express, Tours & Transportation, School Bus, Dispatch, Baggage, etc.) as a support unit
• Other:
  • Relocates buses as needed
  • Fills in for dispatch as needed
  • Performs duties of driving when needed for any department at any time
  • Covers for other trainers as needed
  • Performs any and all additional duties as assigned or requested
• Must be eligible to obtain an “S” endorsement
• Must be able to obtain a CDL B with P and S Endorsements within 3 months of hire
• Meets physical requirements to pass D.O.T. physical with company physician
• Meets Functional Capacity Exam requirements
• Demonstrates effective coaching and performance development skills
• Meets all qualifications and requirements of Essential Job Functions
• Qualified to conduct CDL Phase1 and 2 training for school…