Driver Training Instructor - Flatbed

MAVERICK TRANSPORTATION, LLC.; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k+match

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Prescription Discount Card

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Maverick Transportation, LLC is seeking a dedicated training specialist to conduct securement training for driver applicants. The role includes mentoring, classroom and hands-on instruction, and ensuring applicants meet academic criteria via Maverick's LMS and Luma.

The position supports ongoing driver education and requires maintaining current knowledge through training. Work hours are Sunday through Thursday from 6:00am to 4:00pm, with a robust benefits package and opportunities to grow within

Qualifications

• High school or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on the job education in a specific skill area; e.g. data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation, etc, plus 0 to 6 months related experience and/or training, and 1 to 6 months related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In addition to those requirements must have a Valid CDL.

Responsibilities

• Train applicants on Maverick's load securement practices in classroom and hands-on settings.
• Ensure applicants complete academic criteria through Maverick's LMS and Luma software.
• Lead mentoring, coaching sessions, and document progress to support team decisions.
• Maintain professional knowledge and stay updated through training and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Mentoring

Public speaking

Educational training

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL valid

Tools

LMS

Luma software

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

Conduct all aspects of securement training for driver applicants. Identify challenges and provide mentoring. Provide continued education and training to all company drivers as required by Maverick. This positions' work hours are Sunday through Thursday from 6:00am to 4:00pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Train applicants on Maverick's load securement practices. Present educational material in both classroom and hands-on environments. Ensure applicant completes all academic criteria through Maverick's LMS and Luma software. Work as a team to ensure consistency throughout the training program.
2. Determine which applicants possess the aptitude to safely meet Maverick standards. Conduct mentoring and coaching sessions to facilitate student success. Observe and report challenges. Provide accurate documentation to support team decision making.
3. Lead, manage, and motivate groups of students. Create and maintain a positive and productive educational environment.
4. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending and participating in appropriate training. Ensure company confidentiality. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on the job education in a specific skill area; e.g. data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation, etc, plus 0 to 6 months related experience and/or training, and 1 to 6 months related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition to those requirements must have a Valid CDL.

Excellent Benefits Package including:

Hybrid work option after successfully completing training Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Prescription Discount Card Paid Vacation Paid Life Insurance 401k+match Bonus Potential Employee Assistance Program

WORKING CONDITIONS

Shop environment where continuously exposed to several elements such as, noise, intermittent standing, walking; and occasional pushing, carrying, or lifting. Also, may have exposure at times to the outside weather elements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Maverick Transportation, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Maverick Transportation is a leader in the open deck trucking industry, embracing a culture of safety, treating people right, and delivering value driven services to our customers. We strive to provide best in class service to our customers and cultivate partnerships that are built on respect, trust and commitment. Relationships matter to us, and one of the tenets of The Maverick Way is to "value our people," creating a circle of of positivity and prosperity that enhances every aspect of our business and success.