Flatbed Safety Training Instructor & Equipment Control

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Pay Range: $22.00 + based on experience. Who We Are: Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities . We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift. 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. Copy and paste URL into browser to view full description: Qualifications: What you need to bring 6+months flat-bed securement experience required. 2+years transportation experience 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. High School Diploma or equivalent required. What we offer: Our Benefits Package includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance as well as pet insurance. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase plan, paid training, wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change), Military Leave, and discounts with our vendors. Volunteer opportunities to support our local communities - We have an adoration for helping others which is why we have worked hard to establish partnerships with organizations such as Children's Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity that allow us to give back. Training, Development & Growth Opportunities - Our success at Swift is driven by our people! Our goal is to provide a supportive environment that promotes growth and advancement . We invest the time to ensure our employees receive the best training, along with all the tools and resources to thrive. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - A diverse workforce allows us to achieve a dynamic business advantage where we can openly collaborate , thus bringing new ideas to the table that contribute to innovative and effective solutions. Everyone at Swift has a voice and your opinion matters. 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. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.