Driver Development Specialist

Driver Development Specialist

Supervisor: Director of Safety & Recruiting

Job Summary: Support efforts to maintain driver safety and actively promote safety awareness within our fleet.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Help identify and address training needs within the fleet (this includes during onboarding process, throughout a driver’s career and post-accident)

· Monitor Hours of Service Compliance and coach drivers as necessary

· Coach drivers on in-cab camera system videos as necessary

· Monitor the in-cab camera system and ensure cameras are working properly. Address camera issues with drivers, site managers or shop personnel as needed.

· Coordinate Keller’s Finishing Program:

o Communicate with the trainers and trainees twice a week to ensure training is progressing well. Keep Director of Safety and FM up to date on any issues uncovered.

o Recruit Driver Trainers from current fleet.

o Monitor trainee’s scores as they progress through training.

· Investigate incidents and accident reports submitted by drivers.

· Assist in conducting driver orientation as needed

· Perform road tests as needed

· Other duties as assigned by the Director of Safety

· Promote safety and uphold company’s core values at all times (Responsive, Resourceful, Reliable, People & Logistics)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisor and other associates both orally and in writing.

· Ability to take job orders from Supervisor.

· Ability to get along well with others in organization.

· Ability to establish priorities, work independently, solve problems, and proceed with objectives without supervision.

· Participate in corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement projects.

· Basic data entry and/or word processing skills.

· Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating system.

· Skill in the use of common office machinery.

· Attention to detail.

Special Requirements:

· CDL is preferred but not required.

· Must be at least 21 years of age or older.

· This position will include weekly travel to remote operations.

· Must be willing to work on-call rotation.

· Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations is required.

· Must be proficient in safe and defensive driving techniques.

· Must be proficient with proper vehicle inspections.