Driver Trainer
Department : Safety Location : Cincinnati, OH
Driver Trainer
Formed in 1924, Cowan Systems enjoys a history of excellence and quality in the transportation business. Due to continued growth, Cowan Systems, LLC has a Driver Trainer position available in multiple terminals nationwide.
Cowan Systems, LLC is a National truckload carrier that specializes in providing high quality dedicated fleet services for companies requiring first-rate performance.
Cowan Systems offers dedicated fleet services which provide a customized transportation package designed to meet the specific needs of the shipper;
such as specialized equipment, strict timetables and custom reporting. Cowan Logistics sources the optimal method of transporting our customers freight as efficiently as possible while maintaining unprecedented service and reliability.
Cowan Systems is the premier single source provider for warehousing and distribution needs in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic area.
Our 100% supply chain solution includes local and long haul trucking in and out of Cowan facilities.
Some travel required for Safety Driver meetings and seminars. Saturday work is occasional and you are on call for emergencies 24 / 7.
Job Duties :
- Train and assist drivers in use of Qualcomm and electronic logs
- Train and assist drivers in Hazardous Materials regulations compliance
- Train and counsel drivers concerning safe driving, customer service and safe work habits
- Participate in accident reviews and investigations
- Conduct safety meetings, driver orientation meetings and driver disciplinary meetings
- Participate in continuing education and training to keep up to date and train others on regulatory changes and initiatives
- Maintain hazmat data and security plan
- Prepare safety presentation materials
- Attend Recruiting open houses
- Organize and run driving contests and state championship participation
- Manage annual safety award program
- Produce and update driver orientation manuals for company drivers and contractors
- Conduct terminal visits to train ops staff and conduct yard checks to reinforce yard procedures, spot inspect vehicles and qualify inspection sites
- Conduct check rides
Job Requirements :
- CDL Class A License
- 3-5 years experience driving
- Experience as a trainer, lead driver or other safety management position
- Must be able to teach and coach drivers on team
- Great listening skills - able to follow instructions and receive / give constructive criticism
- Able to build and maintain strong relationships
- Maintain a positive attitude and work well within a team
Outstanding Benefits :
- Full benefits - Medical, Vision and Dental
- Life, Short and Long Term Disability
- PTO (sick and vacation) & 401K