L3 - Training Specialist

Overview

Our team has developed a strong culture of safety, professionalism and personal responsibility, and we expect all team members to adhere to team standards of conduct.

The Training Specialist will work closely with trainees to assess their needs, set development goals, and provide hands‑on coaching in both soft and technical skills. They will deliver individualized or group coaching sessions focused on skill-building (communication, job readiness, safety standards, etc.). Facilitate in‑car and classroom training sessions, track performance, give constructive feedback, and determine readiness for skills assessments. The Training Specialist must possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a commitment to promoting road safety and driver confidence.

• Maintain Transdev’s high standard of safety inside and outside of the vehicle.
• Demonstrate situational awareness and adjust to changing environments.
• Act as technology deputy, communicating courteously with management, engineers, and the public.
• Operate with safety as the primary goal.
• Conduct classroom sessions and training presentations weekly for new hires and for employees selected for up‑skilling programs.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a training program and materials.
• Serve as a mentor, providing career or academic advice when applicable.
• Provide resources for further learning.
• Coordinate training for multiple trainees inside and outside the vehicle.
• Standardize and maintain consistent training practices across the organization.
• Participate in weekly and daily meetings with managers and peers to discuss training improvement and trainee performance.
• Welcome and onboard new hires with a positive, professional attitude.
• Practice a firm yet understanding teaching style to accommodate different learning styles.
• Respond quickly to changing and high‑pressure environments.
• Set the tone and example for less experienced employees.
• Participate in operational missions to maintain best practices and update on autonomous vehicles.
• Comply with Transdev’s Autonomous Vehicle Division zero‑tolerance policy regarding alcohol or drugs by self‑driving vehicle operators during a shift, including randomized drug testing.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 3 years of experience driving on public roads (additional experience preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED required; a four‑year college degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 3 months operating and testing autonomous vehicles required.

• Proficiency with a laptop computer and G Suite apps.
• Proficiency with a touchscreen smartphone;
  Android preferred.
• Attention to detail and clear communication.
• Ability to respond quickly to multiple scenarios.
• Quick adaptation to new and developing technology.
• Cross‑functional verbal and written communication and issue escalation.
• Ability to work specific shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, overnight shifts, and travel up to 30% of the time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated with good judgment in fast‑paced, high‑stress environments.

• Long periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
• Use hands for finger, hand, or touch, and speech or hearing.
• Occasional reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Possible lifting or moving up to 45 pounds.
• Use of vision, including close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Most work outdoors in a vehicle.

• Must be 21 years old.
• All employees must complete a pre‑employment drug screen and background check; safety‑sensitive positions may require a physical screening.
• Transdev maintains a drug‑free workplace and may require random drug screenings.
• Transdev reserves the right to perform ongoing background checks for all employees except in states where prohibited by law.
• Employees must maintain an acceptable driving record suitable for approval to drive.
• Must qualify for an Autonomous Vehicle Tester (AVT) license where required.
• U.S. applicants must be eligible to work without restrictions and may be…