DRIVER TRAINER

AFD Petroleum; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AFD Petroleum is seeking an experienced Driver Trainer to mentor new drivers and enhance the skills of current drivers. This role involves conducting training sessions, evaluating candidates, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a family-owned business that values personal connections and offers great benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Work/life balance perks

Paid training

Educational assistance

Fuel discounts

Personal days

Parental leave

Referral rewards

Boot allowance

Business casual dress code

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a senior driver role.
• Fuel experience / CFA required.
• Driver training experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Train new candidates on loading, unloading, and handling equipment.
• Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training.
• Evaluate drivers and provide emergency response training.

Skills

Mentoring

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Independence

Job description

You are an exceptional Class 1 driver. That's a given! You possess a wealth of patience and you enjoy helping others succeed in their driving career.

Your goal is to mentor new drivers and to inspire long-term drivers to operate vehicles safely and confidently, from smaller body jobs to Super B units.

What We're Looking for :

This position is not for everyone. We are not just hiring a experienced Class 1 driver; you need to be committed to patience and thorough training—no shortcuts or policy violations. This is a physical job, so you must be able to lift/move up to 70 pounds and comply with our Drug & Alcohol program and client site requirements.

• A team-player mentality willing to go the extra mile to help your team
• A utility player who can adapt to the needs of the position daily
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to assist others when needed

JOB SUMMARY

The Driver Trainer, in collaboration with the Director of Operations, is responsible for evaluating new hire candidates and conducting field orientation training for new AFD drivers. The role includes re-training and certifying current drivers, as well as working with M.E.L.T Program graduates to develop driver readiness. The driver trainer will also participate in safety meetings, incident follow-ups, and customer site inspections.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Train new candidates on loading, unloading, and handling liquid bulk equipment
• Develop and improve training and assessment programs
• Manage simulator fleet maintenance and updates
• Ensure consistent training processes in collaboration with operations
• Lead, coach, and motivate trainees and drivers
• Adhere to corporate policies and promote compliance
• Support recruitment efforts with industry knowledge and candidate engagement
• Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training, including re-training
• Perform driver evaluations and pre-employment check rides
• Instruct on simulator programming and review safety hazard assessments
• Visit customer sites and update site maps to identify hazards
• Adjust training based on location-specific challenges
• Participate in trade shows and operate mobile simulator equipment
• Provide emergency response training and support

If you thrive on mentoring and take pride in seeing others excel, we want you on our team! Apply now and help shape the future of our drivers.

Join us in creating a safer and more confident driving community.

• Work with caring, dedicated people
• A family-owned business with personal connections
• Great benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D
• Work/life balance perks: fuel discounts, educational assistance, career growth, paid training, service awards, EAP, personal days, parental leave, referral rewards, boot allowance, business casual dress code

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years in a senior driver role
• Fuel experience / CFA required
• Refinery badges preferred
• Driver training experience
• Simulator training experience is an asset