Virtual Driver Trainer

First Student
East Hartford, CT, US
$27,5 an hour
Full-time

First for a reason :

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.

Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Virtual Driver Trainer

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.

Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

At First Student , our Virtual Trainers play a crucial role in delivering training and onboarding programs remotely. Specializing in virtual training delivery, this role is responsible for providing comprehensive training to CDL drivers, field trainers, and other safety roles using online platforms and virtual classroom environments.

Major Responsibilities

  • Deliver virtual training sessions to new and current operators and field training teams, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Develop engaging and interactive training content, collaborating with training & onboarding teams to continuously improve programs and materials.
  • Utilize various online platforms and tools to create immersive learning experiences for trainees.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in virtual training delivery.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment in virtual training sessions.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must currently hold, or previously held, Class B or higher CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements
  • Must meet FMCSA and state requirements for Entry Level Driver Training Theory Trainer.
  • 2 years' experience operating as a school bus driver with Class B CDL or higher and federal and state-required endorsements.
  • 1 to 3 years of experience delivering in person or virtual training or online education programs.
  • Strong technical aptitude and proficiency with virtual training platforms and online collaboration tools.
  • Possess reliable internet connection and necessary peripherals for virtual training delivery.

First for a Reason

Benefits

$27.50 / hr. per hour based on experience.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical / dental / vision, 401(k), and paid holiday / vacation.

Professional Advancement

Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America.

Extensive Training

Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion

Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We're committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.

Community Service & Impact

Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First Student, you'll have a positive impact on others.

Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student!

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law.

Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https : / / www.

phila.gov / media / 20210423160847 / Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf .

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law.

Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https : / / www.

phila.gov / media / 20210423160847 / Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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