CDL Driver Development Coach - Field & Safety Mentor

James River Petroleum; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Stable long-term career opportunity

Travel opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

James River Petroleum is seeking an experienced CDL Driver Development Specialist to coach and support our professional driving team. This field-based role works with drivers to reinforce safe practices, evaluate performance, and ensure readiness to operate safely and confidently.

With approximately 75% travel between JRP terminals and training locations, the role offers on-the-job coaching impact, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements required.
• Minimum of 3 years of fuel transportation experience preferred.
• Prior experience in driver training, coaching, mentoring, or safety instruction strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, and petroleum transportation regulations preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and coaching skills.
• Ability to evaluate, mentor, and develop drivers of varying experience levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and training documentation systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight travel if required.
• Must meet all DOT medical and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coach and develop new and existing CDL drivers through hands-on instruction, ride-alongs, and field evaluations.
• Demonstrate safe petroleum transportation practices, including pre-trip inspections, loading and unloading, coupling/uncoupling, emergency procedures, and equipment operation.
• Evaluate driver performance and provide constructive feedback and additional coaching as needed.
• Reinforce DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, and JRP safety requirements through field and classroom instruction.
• Support new-hire driver orientation and onboarding in partnership with Operations and Safety.
• Assist with remedial and refresher training following incidents, performance concerns, or identified training needs.
• Maintain accurate driver training records, evaluations, and required documentation.
• Assist with developing and improving training materials, procedures, and SOPs.
• Partner with Operations and Safety to identify opportunities to improve driver performance, safety, and compliance.
• Support incident investigations and provide additional driver coaching or corrective training when needed.
• Travel to JRP terminals and operating locations to provide driver support and field coaching.
• Maintain a professional, safety-focused approach while representing JRP with drivers, customers, and operational teams.

Skills

CDL Class A with Tanker & Hazmat

Coaching & mentoring

Safety training

DOT/FMCSA/OSHA knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

James River Petroleum is seeking an experienced CDL Driver Development Specialist to coach and support our professional driving team. This field-based role works with drivers to reinforce safe practices, evaluate performance, and ensure readiness to operate safely and confidently.

With approximately 75% travel between JRP terminals and training locations, the role offers on-the-job coaching impact, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and