Posted by Melton Truck Lines

Description Summary: The Driver Orientation Instructors responsibilities are to coach and educate potential driver hires on load securement and safety best practices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following.
Other duties as assigned + Train new hires in safety procedures and correct tarp and load securement techniques + Coach and mentor students and new hire drivers through the phases of orientation + Explain and collect new hire paperwork from the new drivers + Coordinate and adjust the orientation class schedule to ensure all material is properly covered, involving interaction with all facets of the company. + Perform road tests and integrity interviews Physical Demands: It is necessary to talk, hear, sit, walk, type, write, and move with a full range of motion.
It is necessary to be able to lift up to 80 lbs. Special Skills: Must be able to speak clearly and to a large group of people, is also necessary to work and deal with many different personalities.
Is required to give marketing-style presentations and deal with high-pressure situations.
Needs to be able to multi task and maintain a schedule, while staying flexible to change.
Communication skills and the ability to coach and motivate others are necessary for this position. Education and/or Experience: Must be very familiar with the OTR trucking industry with at least 1 year of experience as an OTR driver.
Is required to maintain a Class A CDL.
A training or educational background with college education is preferred.
Sales and customer service training or experience also beneficial.
Flatbed experience preferred.