Job Description

The Driver Safety Trainer position is responsible for the training and development of CDL and non-CDL licensed drivers on operations of all CMV's (Commercial Motor Vehicle). The trainer will have the ability to instill a safe driving culture through inside and outside classroom experiences.

About us:

Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble Family, with over 70 years of experience in the energy, materials, recycling, and solid waste industries. We are a dedicated team of seasoned professionals who care about our clients, the environment, safety, our families, and our co-workers. At Kimble we strive for perfection in everything that we do.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver License with Medical Card.
• Previous experience in the recycling and waste industry preferred.
• Experience in facilitating and developing CDL training programs.
• Ability to conduct Pre- and Post-Trip procedures for various commercial vehicles.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally within and outside the company.
• A working knowledge of the Department of Transportation (DOT) and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Computer skills: working knowledge of Office 365 and its applications.
• Valid DL.
• Ability to travel from one location to another.
• Knowledge and understanding of the mechanical functions of a commercial vehicle.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads classroom, yard, and road programs for both Class A and B CDL holders in several types of waste and refuse hauling vehicles.
• Instructs how to prepare DMR forms for any maintenance needs on fleet vehicles and how to communicate those needs to the maintenance department.
• Develops and implements various maneuverability courses on and off site for trainees.
• Monitors trainee progress and identifies additional training needs.
• Performs evaluations of new and current drivers through checklists and observations, while documenting progress and creating action plans for driver improvement.
• Conducts route observations with drivers to further coach and develop driver skills.
• Travels to various company sites to facilitate training and development of all drivers.
• Trains and implements all aspects of Company Policy outlined in handbook with trainees.
• Develops training and remedial driving programs.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Maintains up-to-date training documents and procedures.
• Must be able to plan, implement, and report changes of processes efficiently within each location.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisors to maintain and facilitate daily operations.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Employee Discount Program

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