Transportation Training Supervisor

Brief Description

Overview:

Transportation Training Supervisor role is to assist with development alongside the Transportation Safety Manager in the training program at Baldor NY, providing on-site training for beginning drivers and ensuring it is up to date with the latest safety initiatives and goals. Work to develop branch training programs and assist with rollout alongside the Transportation Safety Manager. Once created, ensure that the proper execution and backend administrative functions are working correctly and that the content is relevant and current.

This role will oversee the Transportation Training Coordinator and ensure they are tasked to execute the required parts of the training program onsite in NYC locations. This supervisor role will be regional and require traveling to branches as needed to ensure that new training initiatives are rolled out and executed effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Development and oversight responsibility to ensure onsite training program for drivers at the NY facility is executed with the Transportation Safety Manager
• Develop and roll out a training program for branch locations onsite during the first two weeks of training
• Oversee driver trainer program execution and backend documentation is done [ KPIs – Retention / Accidents and incident occurrence / Incentive program level growth]
• Create and execute recertification programs for drivers already in the fleet to ensure ongoing compliance
• Assist the Manager in the development of policies, regulations and department procedures
• Work to establish Skillsoft program development and rollout
• Lead training, audit, or recertification training initiatives at facilities
• Ensure state and federal regulatory compliance items for onboarding are being done
• Perform customer site safety audits to ensure driver safety
• Conduct on road driver safety observation audits
• Ensure weekly yard obstacle course is staffed and relevant to new trends in accidents / injury occurrences
• Understand Samsara safety coaching and provide feedback / training to supervisors and employees
• Conduct onsite customer safety audits for concerns raised by employees
  
  

Requirements:

• Strong documentation experience
• Knowledge of Samsara telematics system preferred
• Knowledge of Smith System defensive driving techniques
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills
• Experience with leading training or coaching programs preferred
• Ability to train, supervise, and mentor staff effectively and communicate complex safety information clearly
• High level of attention to detail, organizational skills & multi-tasking skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Ability to learn how to utilize department-specific software systems (SPW, SMG, Travelers)
• Prior experience in supporting a Transportation Safety function
• Must be able to multitask and work independently as well as contribute to the overall success of the team
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3-5 years in Transportation and/or Transportation Safety experience
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations required
• Experience driving a commercial vehicle preferred
  
  

Technology Skills:

• Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.)
• Video conferencing software – Microsoft Teams
• Knowledge of Microsoft D365 & High Jump
• Proficient in analytics, data management, pivot tables, formulas
• Strong time management skills
  
  

Work Environment:

• Able to walk and stand for long hours
• Must be able to bend, lift, twist, and climb stairs
• Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some weekend hours
• Bilingual speaker (English & Spanish)