Description

Accelerate your Career!

At Swift, our greatest asset is OUR PEOPLE! We strive to be the best and give our best every day. We are passionate about learning and cultivating an environment of safety, honesty and mutual respect. We are a family where everyone has a voice and plays an essential role in our overall success and the success of our drivers. Your voice and perspective matter at Swift Transportation. We understand that you are the subject matter expert, and we trust you to ideate and execute those ideas based on the best interest of the company.

Be a part of something bigger. Be a part of the #1 full truckload carrier in the nation. Be a part of Swift Transportation.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Instruct professional truck drivers defensive techniques, proper documentation, and proper equipment usage. Assign flatbed equipment to drivers and ensure equipment is available to drivers.

• Instruct lead and organize Flatbed training course for experienced drivers.
• Recruit experienced drivers who are interested in transitioning from van to flatbed.
• Determine qualifications of drivers interested in Flatbed and coordinate required training.
• Instruct National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course, HAZMAT related content, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Section 395 regulations for Professional Truck Drivers.
• Assist in the issuing of equipment to all newly assigned trucks and ensure truck is stocked with flatbed equipment and issued to drivers.
• Assist in reclaiming all equipment from turned in trucks; record disposition of equipment and charge drivers back for any damaged or lost equipment.
• Maintain monthly inventory; create and submit inventory lists.
• Teach tie-down flat-bed courses and administer written and practical exams and prepare performance reports to evaluate driver's performance.
• Train drivers on completion of paper work. Schedule classes based on classroom and equipment availability.
• Promote good relations with drivers through coaching and supporting drivers on how to find the best solutions to work through flatbed securement problems.
• Participate in meetings, seminars and training sessions to obtain information useful to training; integrate information into the training program.
• Conduct weekly flatbed recruiting seminar during driver orientation.
• Evaluate training program and propose enhancements and develop further training as needed.
• May conduct auto-haul training.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 6+months flat-bed securement experience required.
• 2+years transportation experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess full working knowledge of all flat-bed equipment and tie down procedures.
• Must possess strong communication skills.
• Must be able to conduct classroom instruction.
• Must have good problem solving skills.
• IF LAREDO LOCATION: Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, written and verbal, to ensure proper communication.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Covered or Tuition Assistance Programs

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.