Supervisor - Field Safety and Training

Hotard; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotard Coaches seeks a dedicated Supervisor - Field Safety and Training in Port Arthur, TX. You will design and deliver driver training, oversee BTW tests, and ensure safety across routes and operations.

This role supports onboarding and the use of driver tech tools, with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include incident investigation, training material preparation, and collaboration with safety leadership to advance company-wide safety initiatives and DOT

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ total experience with CDL (Class A or B).
• Minimum 1-year experience operating vehicle in-type.
• Safety, Training and DOT Regulation experience is required.
• Previous experience supervising staff is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and coordinate driver training programs.
• Perform behind-the-wheel road tests and route familiarization.
• Deliver vehicle and route-specific training for safe operation.
• Support onboarding and classroom training, including refresher sessions.
• Coordinate training materials for classroom, BTW, and skills-based programs.
• Track driver training certifications, attendance, and performance.
• Provide training and support for driver technology tools.
• Investigate accidents or incidents and assist with reports.
• Assist with incident reporting and collision subrogation.
• Support drug and alcohol testing program compliance.
• Participate in quarterly safety meetings.

Skills

Driver training

Safety training

DOT regulations

Education

CDL Class A or B

Passenger endorsement

Tools

ELD tablets

GPS systems

Mobile learning platforms

Job description

Supervisor - Field Safety and Training | Port Arthur, TX

SUMMARY:

The Field Safety and Training Supervisor is responsible for delivering training to designated employees in alignment with company policies and programs, while upholding Hotard Shuttle’s commitment to safety, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service.

***Tuesday-Saturday, 10:30am-7:30pm***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Although additional duties and related tasks may be assigned, the essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following:

Driver Training & Development

• Conduct and coordinate initial, proficiency, regulatory, and retraining programs for drivers.


• Perform behind-the-wheel (BTW) road tests and route familiarization for new and existing drivers.


• Deliver vehicle and route-specific training to ensure safe and compliant operation across commuter assignments.


• Support onboarding and classroom-based training, including in-service and refresher sessions.


• Coordinate and prepare training materials for all training formats, including classroom, BTW, and skills-based programs.


• Track and maintain driver training certifications, attendance, and performance records.


• Provide training and support for driver technology tools such as ELD tablets, GPS systems, and mobile learning platforms.

Safety, Compliance & Incident Response

• Respond to and investigate accidents or incidents, including documentation, photo capture, interviews, and assisting with police reports.


• Investigate unsafe driving complaints, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.


• Ensure all routes are operated by appropriately trained personnel.


• Contribute to company-wide safety education and compliance initiatives.


• Assist the Safety and Compliance Manager with incident reporting and collision subrogation efforts.


• Support and help manage compliance with the company’s drug and alcohol testing program.


• Participate in the coordination of quarterly safety meetings and other driver safety education activities.

Operations Support & Documentation

• Maintain organized personnel and qualification files related to training, safety incidents, and new hire onboarding.


• Communicate operational issues identified in the field and assist in resolving them efficiently.


• Support daily safety department operations by performing tasks that enhance workflow and effectiveness.


• Serve as an alternate Security Coordinator, assisting with implementation of the company's security program.


• Contribute to overall team success by completing related duties and special assignments as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, competency, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years’ total experience with CDL (Class A or B)


• Minimum 1-year experience operating vehicle “in-type” (similar to prospective position)


• Previous experience supervising staff is preferred, but not required


• Safety, Training and DOT Regulation experience is required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Class A or B Driver’s License with a passenger endorsement required.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Hotard Coaches is a premier passenger transportation company with one of the largest fleets in Texas and Louisiana. Hotard Shuttle provides transportation services to Zachary & Bechtel LNG construction sites in Port Arthur, TX and Sulphur, LA. Hotard Charters provides transportation to pro sports teams, as well as a wide range of universities, high schools, and corporate customers. Hotard Coaches is a wholly owned subsidiary of All Aboard America Holdings, Inc, which is the 4th largest motor coach operator in the US, with six market-leading regional brands located from California to the Gulf Coast.