TRAINER, SHOP

About the position

U.S. Xpress is one of the nation's largest asset-based trucking companies. The Trainer position is responsible for executing training programs to ensure safe, accurate, and timely preventative maintenance or repair of equipment in the shop. The role involves training shop employees to maximize their efficiency and productivity, assisting technicians in troubleshooting and servicing equipment, and developing custom training plans. The Trainer will work closely with the Shop Manager and Supervisors to ensure the success of the training program while maintaining ongoing maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Executes training programs as set forth by the Regional and Corporate Training management team.
• Responsible for all training of shop employees to maximize their efficiency, productivity, and development.
• Assists and trains Technicians in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing tractors, trailers, and related mechanical components.
• Serves as the primary trainer of shop employees; developing and executing custom training plans for each employee.
• Works closely with Shop Manager and Supervisors to ensure success of the training program while not disrupting ongoing maintenance operations.
• Executes new employee on-boarding process in coordination with Shop Management.
• Assists in the development and upkeep of corporate maintenance skillset training program.
• Assists with non-technical training such as leadership, conflict resolution, and other 'soft skills'.
• Coordinates with shop management in troubleshooting, testing, repairing, and maintaining equipment in the shop.
• Manages the shop preventative maintenance audit program.
• Facilitates maintenance of company standards.
• Monitors repair order process for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitates a safe and efficient work environment.
• Performs truck and/or trailer maintenance as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in shop or with trucks required.
• Valid Drivers' License Required.
• ASE PMI certification (T8) must be obtained within 1 year of being in the role and maintained.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, Powerpoint, SharePoint, Word, and Outlook).
• Able to work with hand tools.
• Technical aptitude.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of corporate tire program.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose component problems.
• Understands all maintenance sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Qualified inspector of Equipment Annual Inspection as defined under FHWA 396.12.
• Qualified Brake Inspector as defined under FHWA 396.25.
• Proficient with diagnostic software.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in conducting classroom and hands-on training preferred.

Benefits

• 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