Driver Trainer Opr 2nd Shift (Springdale, AR)

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Job Description

Driver Trainer Opr 2nd shift Springdale, AR

Purpose

This position is responsible for training and supporting Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDLA) drivers. Training and development will include new hire on-boarding, annual recurring, behavior-based, and remedial post event. Driver Support Trainers will be available to assist drivers with any day-to-day situations they may encounter.

Responsibilities

• Must be familiar with Department of Transportation regulations with a specific focus on Hours of Service, Driver Qualifications, Electronic Logging Device, Navigation, Permits, and Vehicle Inspections.

• Ability to train CDL drivers with various levels of experience.

• Deliver instruction both in a classroom and one on one settings through practical, hands-on training.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively engage with drivers, operators, and management.

• Customer service-oriented approach, assisting drivers and managers through phone support, e-mail, or personal interactions.

• Conduct onsite training sessions with drivers at field locations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Able to perform all necessary safety functions while performing training and instructing including working in an outdoor environment. Including but not limited to:

• Consistently able to use three points of contact when entering and exiting equipment during training sessions.

• Capable of conducting a comprehensive DOT inspection of both truck and trailer, including the ability to navigate beneath the trailer to verify the equipment's proper functioning.

• Moving training supplies such as placement of traffic cones, barrels, barriers, etc.

• Standing for extended periods while conducting hands-on training and road testing.

Requirements:

• Ability to access and manage data through spreadsheets and dashboards.  

• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation Part 395.  

• One year of experience in the transportation field.

• CDL-A Driving experience required.

Must pass MVR check:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Must not have any DUI/DWI convictions within the last 12 months

Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

*Prior Tyson Team members are eligible for rehire after completing a 180-day waiting period.

*Prior Tyson Team members cannot have worked 3 times or more for Tyson Foods.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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