Part Time Driver Trainer

Company: First Student
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

Now Hiring a Part-Time Driver Trainer in Austin, TXAt First Student, our Trainers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Trainer is responsible for training employees and educating about safety and compliance regulations.At First Student, we are proud to offer:

• Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
• Positive and rewarding work environmentTrainer Responsibilities:
  • Provides classroom and/or behind-the-wheel training to new operators or re-training of current operators.
  • Provides training to location personnel
  • Tracks attendees and maintains training documentation based on regulations and company policy. Must be well organized and strong communicator.
  • While the focus of the position is on driver training, employee may also have other safety program responsibilities (e.g. accident investigation, forms compliance, safety meetings).
  • Other duties as assigned. Must be flexible to company, state and local policy changes.
  • Accepting/processing of applications, interviewing, and assisting applicants obtain proper credentials in order to enter the training program.
  • Must be willing and able to work closely with a very diverse workforce.
  • Coordinates and schedules driver training dates/times.
  • While trainer may modify training information, based on the situation or need, he/she utlilizes a standard training progrma that has been developed by others.
  • Safety responsibilities such as accident investigation, compliance forms, and safety meetingsTrainer Required Experience and Skills:
    • CDL Class B with School Bus
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • 1-3 years training experience
    • 1-3 years of transportation, safety, or related experience
    • Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues
    • Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
    • Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
    • Good verbal, written and relational communication skills, with ability to appropriately interact with employees of all levels including drivers, customers, senior management, client representatives, union officals and general public.
    • Fluent English
    • Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
    • Possess working vehicle to travel within service area as neededFirst Student's commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you'll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you'll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.Apply today to join our team!FirstGroup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. FirstGroup is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, FirstGroup will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

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