Senior Driver Trainer & Safety Mentor

Comunidade Metodista; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms seeks a Driver Trainer and Safety Ambassador in Prince George, VA, to train drivers on loading, unloading, and delivering dressed poultry and other products. The role emphasizes DOT compliance, vehicle inspections, and safety leadership within Perdue Transportation.

You will coach drivers, conduct safety evaluations, and support new hire orientation while promoting PPE and company guidelines. A CDL and 2+ years over-the-road experience are required.

Qualifications

• Strong training and mentoring capabilities with excellent communication skills.
• Possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a minimum of 2 years over the road experience.
• Risk Safety Score 90 plus points in 90-day time period.
• No Active Safety Incident / Accident Points.
• No Active Safety Seat Belt / Cell Phone Violations.
• OTD Delivery Above 95% in 90-day time period.

Responsibilities

• Train drivers to load, unload, and deliver products to plants, customers, and distributors.
• Teach drivers to observe DOT hours of service, logbooks, inspections, and load security.
• Train drivers to operate tractors and trailers safely in compliance with laws and policies.
• Conduct pre- and post-vehicle inspections and complete required reports.
• Assist with driver paperwork including pay envelopes, overages, shortages, damaged claims, and trip reports.
• Coordinate communications with customers, dispatchers, and supervisors; support safety initiatives.

Skills

Training & mentoring

Communication skills

Safety awareness

CDL holder

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perdue Farms seeks a Driver Trainer and Safety Ambassador in Prince George, VA, to train drivers on loading, unloading, and delivering dressed poultry and other products. The role emphasizes DOT compliance, vehicle inspections, and safety leadership within Perdue Transportation.

You will coach drivers, conduct safety evaluations, and support new hire orientation while promoting PPE and company guidelines. A CDL and 2+ years over-the-road experience are required.