Safety Trainer, Transit

Fountain; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) plan with 4% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PTO

On-the-job training

Job summary

A leader in shared mobility solutions is seeking a Trainer for their transportation personnel. This role involves leading training programs for drivers and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience and a CDL Class B license. The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. Join a dynamic team dedicated to safe and sustainable transportation.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a trainer in the transportation industry preferred.
• Supervisory experience, especially in supervising or training drivers, preferred.
• CDL Class B license with Passenger and Air Brakes endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement training programs for transportation personnel.
• Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for drivers.
• Provide ongoing training and performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Coaching

Adaptability

Investigation skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Transportation-related software

Job description

Address: 3201 Hubbard Rd, Landover, MD 20785, USA

Compensation: $29.50/hour

Job Description

WeDriveU is a leader in shared mobility solutions, connecting communities, campuses, and workplaces. We operate private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S., serving millions of passenger journeys annually. Our team of over 5,500 members manages 4,000 vehicles across 55 locations, providing safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation options. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about us, our clients, and career opportunities.

Responsibilities

1. Lead, expand, and implement initial and recurrent training programs for transportation personnel.
2. Provide operator retraining following accidents.
3. Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for paratransit and transit bus drivers, ensuring successful completion of training and testing; recommend upgrades as needed.
4. Provide ongoing training and performance evaluations for all drivers.
5. Assist with monthly safety meetings.
6. Support accident response and investigation processes.
7. Correct operators when safety policies or procedures are violated.
8. Coach operators on safety events effectively.
9. Assist the Safety Manager with process implementation and training.
10. Support other assignments as directed by the Safety Manager.
11. Lead driver cadetting by assigning trainees to senior drivers for training on their bid lines.
12. Work well both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. At least 3 years of experience as a trainer in the transportation industry preferred.
3. Supervisory experience, especially in supervising or training drivers, preferred.
4. CDL Class B license with Passenger and Air Brakes endorsements (required).
5. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and transportation-related software.
6. Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
7. Excellent multi-tasking and time management abilities.
8. Ability to provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship, fostering a positive environment.
9. Capable of responding to unforeseen events and adapting quickly.
10. Skilled in investigating claims, incidents, and misconduct.
11. Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets.

We Offer

Physical Health

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits.
• Competitive pay packages.
• 401(k) plan with 4% employer match.
• Financial Wellness Tools.

Emotional Health

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• PTO for part-time and full-time roles.
• Paid holidays.
• Pet & Legal Insurance.

Personal Development

• On-the-job training and skill development.
• Opportunities for internal transfers and career growth.

*Benefits vary by position and location.

WeDriveU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and respect the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of our employees, which helps us remain a competitive and attractive employer. Diversity is integral to our policies and culture.