Driver Development Specialist

Primary Position Purpose: The Driver Development Specialist is responsible for delivering driver training and development to the full driver population in orientation. This role provides classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on training. This position works in compliance with Company, Federal, and State regulations and fosters an encouraging learning environment. Position Functions: Conduct driver-facing development in classroom, one-on-one, and hands-on settings. Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, i.e., role-playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, and videos. Facilitate and implement simulator training and development programs; maintain knowledge of simulator technology and contribute to simulator content development and improvement recommendations. Provide additional one-on-one training and tutoring for at-risk students to support successful program completion. Maintain accurate records of attendance, class completions, evaluations, and coaching sessions in the appropriate systems. Perform safety-related functions including, but not limited to, accident reviews and skills and behavior assessments. Offer specific training and development programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills, i.e., close-quarter training, simulator training, e-learning, or other proprietary or non-proprietary training and development. Coach and counsel drivers in collaboration with Operations and Safety for violations of DOT Regulations, FMCSR, safety standards, and company policies. Conduct on-road tests and other evaluations with drivers to determine if drivers meet U.S. Xpress skills and conduct standards and are in compliance with safety, DOT, FMCSR, and company regulations and policies. Engage in ongoing education relating to teaching skills and complete required professional development. Maintain all classroom technology and equipment; responsible for reporting and tracking problems to resolution. Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce. Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice. Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations. Build credibility and trust among managed employees by providing prompt and constructive feedback in office when observing such need. Lead and facilitate regularly scheduled meetings and in-person trainings that harmonize collaboration internal to the department and external to other SBUs. Determine best practices and reinforce constructive and positive feedback through face-to-face interactions with employees on the floor in real time.