Driver Training Coach – On‑Road Mastery

Amazon; Vincennes (IN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel accommodations paid

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Driver Trainer to mentor Delivery Associates and build a training culture across stations. You will lead hands-on sessions, conduct drive-alongs, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met in daily routines.

The role requires the ability to teach large groups, adapt to learning styles, and provide actionable feedback while upholding Amazon Leadership Principles. Training may involve travel and varied shifts.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience.
• High school or equivalent.
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required.
• Valid and active driver's license.
• Are 21 years of age or older.
• Eligible to drive in accordance with DOT requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily training classes for up to 30 people, including in-station classes and drive-alongs.
• Partner with Delivery Service Partners (DSPs), Operations Managers, Area Managers, and Learning Teams to coordinate, facilitate, and measure training related activities.
• Have a detailed understanding of processes, expectations, and training requirements for all drivers across the various driver programs in operation.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on the completion of trainings, compliance, safety, and maintenance duties.
• Execute to the standard, always working to ensure that the content and experience complement the safety, quality, and legal procedures as defined.
• Educate and audit driver safety and compliance standards such as: driver vehicle inspection reports, hours of service, trip planning and safe road driving practices.
• Track and monitor performance including on road ride behinds to measure on-road quality, adherence to standards, and identify re-training and process improvement opportunities.
• Drive, maneuver, and load/unload a truck as scheduled using approved equipment (dolly, etc.), with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work outside and drive different motor vehicles over the road.
• Drive in accordance with DOT requirements.
• Stay connected to the operation by participating in on-road processes on a regular basis
• Be a resource to the delivery station for driver training-related questions
• Work as a peer trainer on an as needed basis to support the business.
• 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 pounds or less vehicle
• Track performance and provide identified retraining and process improvement opportunities to further develop non-CDL driver, DOT regulated training.
• Effectively operate a GPS
• Associate may be required to gain DOT Regulation Qualification as a condition of the role
• Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required

Skills

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

DOT requirements understanding

Training/mentoring

Problem solving

Education

High school or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Driver Trainer to mentor Delivery Associates and build a training culture across stations. You will lead hands-on sessions, conduct drive-alongs, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met in daily routines.

The role requires the ability to teach large groups, adapt to learning styles, and provide actionable feedback while upholding Amazon Leadership Principles. Training may involve travel and varied shifts.