Driver Trainer, RSR

Amazon Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mental health support

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a full-time Driver Trainer in Saint James, MO. This role includes facilitating training for Delivery Associates, ensuring safety and compliance, and maintaining training reports. Candidates must have a high school diploma, experience with Microsoft Office, and be able to lift up to 49 pounds. The position offers a competitive hourly pay starting at $22.00, along with benefits like 401(k) matching and mental health support. Weekend and holiday work flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Flexibility to work weekends, nights, or holidays.
• Physical ability to lift up to 49 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate training classes for up to 30 people.
• Partner with various teams to coordinate training activities.
• Track performance and identify training needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Training delivery

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job ID: 10416946 | Amazon.com Services LLC.

This full‑time position requires in‑role training at an operating site for a duration of five or more weeks. Training will be located fifty miles or more from the home site. All travel accommodations for training will be booked and paid for by Amazon.

Rural Super Rural (RSR) is an organization dedicated to ensuring customers receive their deliveries and are satisfied with service in remote areas. Amazon seeks self‑motivated Driver Trainers to build a network of customer‑centric Delivery Associates. The role involves mentoring, teaching in large groups, hands‑on training, and conducting drive‑along sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily training classes for up to 30 people, including in‑station classes and drive‑along sessions
• Partner with Delivery Service Partners, Operations Managers, Area Managers, and Learning Teams to coordinate, facilitate, and measure training related activities
• Maintain understanding of processes, expectations, and training requirements for drivers across program variations
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on training completion, compliance, safety, and maintenance duties
• Execute training to the standard, ensuring content aligns with safety, quality, and legal procedures
• Educate and audit driver safety and compliance standards such as vehicle inspection reports, hours of service, trip planning, and safe road driving practices
• Track and monitor performance, including on‑road ride‑behind, to measure quality, adherence, and identify re‑training opportunities
• Drive, maneuver, and load/unload a truck as scheduled using approved equipment
• Lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, and reaching
• Work outside and drive different motor vehicles over the road in accordance with Department of Transportation requirements
• Remain connected to operations by participating in on‑road processes regularly
• Serve as a resource for driver training questions and act as a peer trainer when needed
• Motivate, coach, and provide feedback to Delivery Associates during training
• Travel to multiple sites within 50 miles of the home station and have reliable transportation
• Operate and navigate a 26,000‑pound or less vehicle
• Operate GPS effectively
• May require DOT Regulation Qualification as a condition of the role
• Work 40 hours per week with overtime as required

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Flexibility to work a schedule that includes weekends, nights, or holidays
• Physical ability to lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk for up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Valid driver's license and age 21 or older
• Eligibility to drive in accordance with Department of Transportation requirements and maintain a Driver Qualification File
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree and/or prior Amazon experience
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication across various organizational levels
• History of meeting or exceeding departmental goals
• Experience leading teams and providing independent guidance to members
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Experience delivering training to individuals and groups
• 2+ years of professional driving experience
• Knowledge of instructional theories, including adult learning, on‑job learning, knowledge-management theories, virtual and classroom instruction
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle ambiguity and competing priorities

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Location: Saint James, MO, USA – hourly pay $22.00 – $22.00. Starting pay includes base rate plus shift differential and may include overtime and performance bonuses. Additional benefits: Employee Assistance Program, mental health support, medical advice line, and 401(k) matching. Learn more at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.