Driver Development Specialist

Xpresstechfreight; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Basic/Supplemental Life

Accidental Death/Dismemberment

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Savings Accounts

Company Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k with Employer Matching Contributi

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Short Term Incentive Program

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

U.S. Xpress is seeking a Driver Development Specialist at SHIPPENSBURG USX TERMINAL to deliver driver training, development, and safety initiatives for the full driver population in orientation.

This role provides classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on training in compliance with company, federal, and state regulations, fostering an encouraging learning environment. Primary responsibilities include conducting driver-facing development in classrooms, one-on-one, and hands-on settings; presenting

Responsibilities

• Conduct driver-facing development in classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on settings.
• Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, i.e., role-playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, and videos.
• Facilitate and implement simulator training and development programs; maintain knowledge of simulator technology and contribute to simulator content development and improvement recommendations.
• Provide additional one-on-one training and tutoring for at-risk students to support successful program completion.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, class completions, evaluations, and coaching sessions in the appropriate systems.
• Perform safety-related functions including, but not limited to, accident reviews and skills and behavior assessments.
• Offer specific training and development programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills, i.e., close-quarter training, simulator training, e-learning, or other proprietary or non-proprietary training and development.
• Coach and counsel drivers in collaboration with Operations and Safety for violations of DOT Regulations, FMCSR, safety standards, and company policies.
• Conduct on-road tests and other evaluations with drivers to determine if drivers meet U

Job description

Driver Development Specialist
SHIPPENSBURG USX TERMINAL
Monday-Friday 7am-5pm
Position open to remote: No
Grade: HR11
Compensation Range: 22.73-28.42

Who We Are:

Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas.U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting‑edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem‑solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit‑sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out‑of‑the‑box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic/Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death/Dismemberment
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

PrimaryPosition Purpose:

The Driver Development Specialist is responsiblefor delivering driver training and development to the full driver population inorientation. This role provides classroom, one-on-one, and hands‑on training.This position works in compliance with Company, Federal, and State regulationsand fosters an encouraging learning environment.
PositionFunctions:
Conduct driver‑facing development in classroom, one‑on‑one, and hands‑on settings.
Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, i.e., role‑playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, and videos.
Facilitate and implement simulator training and development programs; maintain knowledge of simulator technology and contribute to simulator content development and improvement recommendations.
Provide additional one‑on‑one training and tutoring for at‑risk students to support successful program completion.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, class completions, evaluations, and coaching sessions in the appropriate systems.
Perform safety‑related functions including, but not limited to, accident reviews and skills and behavior assessments.
Offer specific training and development programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills, i.e., close‑quarter training, simulator training, e‑learning, or other proprietary or non‑proprietary training and development.
Coach and counsel drivers in collaboration with Operations and Safety for violations of DOT Regulations, FMCSR, safety standards, and company policies.
Conduct on‑road tests and other evaluations with drivers to determine if drivers meet U