DRIVER TRAINER-CDS DE

About the position

A Driver Trainer provides mentoring and training for new drivers to learn the processes and procedures of Dot Foods / Dot Transportation pertaining to all driving, pickup, and delivery responsibilities. The role involves understanding and training drivers in the safe operation of all equipment, tracking the progress of assigned new drivers, and providing feedback to those drivers and transportation leadership. Additionally, the Driver Trainer will assist with testing equipment, systems, and processes as needed, while applying lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and train new drivers in DTI processes and procedures
• Understand and train drivers in the safe operation of all equipment
• Desire to coach others and help them be successful in the driving industry
• Attend Driver 'Train the Trainer' courses
• Track progress of assigned new drivers and provide feedback to those drivers and transportation leadership
• Train drivers in need of recurrent and subsequent training as needed
• Assist with testing equipment, systems, and processes as needed
• Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of driving experience
• Meet all legal and regulatory requirements for a DTI truck driver
• Good interpersonal skills

Nice-to-haves

• An understanding of appropriate management of paperwork, hours of service regulations, idle time, speed, MPG, and overall safety requirements
• Mechanical experience

Benefits

• Competitive annual earnings, including bonus opportunities
• Outstanding Health insurance and company-provided Life insurance
• Company-sponsored retirement plan: 401k with a company match and profit sharing
• Paid time off benefits that include up to 5 weeks of vacation, 8 paid holidays, and paid sick leave