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The Federal Way Training Coach at Bellair Charters & Airporter Shuttle will seek to ensure all of our Federal Way drivers are trained to have a safety-first mindset and will support the company’s safety standard alongside the Driver Manager.

This position generally helps the Driver Manager keep the department running smoothly by taking on some managerial tasks, such as helping to oversee the drivers and detailers, so tasks may be added or subtracted at the discretion of the Driver Manager. The Training Coach will play an integral role in ensuring the department will meet its goals through coaching and mentoring staff to create a dynamic team.

The Training Coach position is a full time, regular position that works mainly out of the Federal Way office, however, some travel may be required to accomplish company objectives. The Training Coach will be expected to maintain Bellair’s high standards for driving and driver training at all times. The schedule will be discussed at the time of the interview.

The Training Coach is a part of the Training Department, and will report directly to the Driver Manager in Ferndale.

Salary is $45,000 to $55,000 per year depending on qualifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist the Driver Manager in planning and implementing strategies to improve the department
• Help manage driver reviews of Federal Way drivers by ensuring reports are submitted to the Driver Manager
• Follow up on incidents and accidents in a timely manner with the full report submitted to the Driver Manager
• Help coach all Federal Way drivers to follow company standard operating procedures and safety standards
• Regularly review driving skills of drivers in Federal Way by reviewing their camera chips and conducting ride-a- longs – coaching and retraining when needed
• Take ownership in maintaining cameras in all vehicles in the fleet
• Qualify drivers in all buses and upgrade them when necessary
• Qualify bus detailers in all vehicles
• Conduct specialized trainings – wheelchair lifts, winter driving, basic training week, basic CDL training, and divisional training
• Participate in driver interviews and road tests as needed – assisting with hiring decisions
• Roll out monthly emphasis trainings as directed by the Driver Manager
• Facilitate shop training for all drivers to be conducted by the Fleet Manager
• Gain strong understanding of ELD system and manage/maintain all Federal Way drivers’ logs and post trip reports; retraining when needed
• Participate in quarterly driver safety meetings, involving as many drivers as possible – posting trainings for those who cannot be present
• When necessary, go through progressive disciplinary action with drivers
• Assist Federal Way GM as needed with driver scheduling and PTO disbursements
• Oversee the detailers in Federal Way
• Maintain driver training records and qualifications
• Build rapport with drivers and contribute to the positive work environment
• Communicate with all employees clearly and in a professional manner
• Posses a CDL A or B with a Passenger Endorsement in order to be a back-up driver
• Flexibility to work every day and adjust to a changing schedule
• Conduct other duties as assigned by the Driver Manager

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED). AA and/or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience: Three to five years related experience. Transportation background a plus

Computer Skills: Adequate typing and computer skills required. Basic office suite experience required.

Certificates & Licenses:  Commercial Driver’s License, Class A or B, and Passenger Endorsement.

Other Requirements: Pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check upon offer of employment. Pass a DOT physical. Pass a company road test and become certified to drive all company vehicles. Proven ability to successfully perform safety sensitive functions. Good safety record and driving abstract. Ability to train, influence, and motivate team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit constantly and lift, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally.

Other Physical Requirements: Vision and sense of sound (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, and Depth Perception) as per DOT physical requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Drivers will spend the majority of their working hours inside the bus. When they reach their destinations they will be required to be outside to check passengers in and out and take care of the passengers luggage needs.