Driver Training & Safety Mentor

Republic Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,026 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Employee discounts

401(k) match

ESPP

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is looking for a Behind the Wheel Instructor (BTWI) in Altamont, NY to prepare new drivers for on-road safety and customer service excellence. You will shadow, coach, and certify drivers to operate a heavy-vehicle fleet in a variety of conditions.

As a BTWI, you’ll deliver foundational safety training, provide feedback to management, complete progress paperwork and model the Republic Way. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and mentoring new hires to deliver customer zeal

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with Republic Services.
• No crashes or injuries for at least the past two years.
• No disciplinary actions of any kind for the preceding 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Acclimates new drivers to the physical and environmental demands of the job during Job Shadowing.
• Provides foundational industry knowledge: safety, Republic principles, and customer service.
• Instructs on on-property driving skills, stretching/injury prevention, and vehicle inspection.
• Teaches learning criteria skills on route and models safe driving practices.
• Provides daily feedback to management and completes progress documentation.
• Performs driver duties when not training a new driver.

Job description

Republic Services is looking for a Behind the Wheel Instructor (BTWI) in Altamont, NY to prepare new drivers for on-road safety and customer service excellence. You will shadow, coach, and certify drivers to operate a heavy-vehicle fleet in a variety of conditions.

As a BTWI, you’ll deliver foundational safety training, provide feedback to management, complete progress paperwork and model the Republic Way. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and mentoring new hires to deliver customer zeal