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At First Student, safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our Trainers play a critical role in preparing new drivers for the road, supporting current employees, and ensuring our teams meet company, state, and federal safety requirements.

This is a hands-on position for someone who can confidently lead classroom instruction, provide behind-the-wheel training, and build strong working relationships with employees at all levels.

We are proud to offer:

$30.00/hr

• Tremendous career advancement opportunities due to our strong presence across North America

• A positive and rewarding work environment

• The opportunity to directly influence driver readiness and passenger safety

• A role that combines training, safety, compliance, and employee development

As a Trainer, you will:

• Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel training to new drivers

• Conduct refresher and remedial training for current drivers

• Deliver additional safety and compliance training to location employees

• Track attendance and maintain accurate training documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements

• Assist with accident investigations, safety meetings, compliance forms, and other location safety programs

• Travel within the service area to provide training at multiple locations

• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1-3 years of training experience

• 1-3 years of transportation, safety, or related experience

• Knowledge of federal and state safety and environmental regulations

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with drivers, employees, customers, management, client representatives, union officials, and members of the public

• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively

• Fluent English communication skills

• Consistent attendance and punctuality

• A reliable personal vehicle and the ability to travel throughout the service area as needed

• Ability to operate a company or personal vehicle when delivering training at multiple locations

The Trainer must be able to:

• Move throughout the office, bus parking areas, and surrounding company facilities

• Operate standard office equipment

• Access filing systems and storage cabinets

• Communicate effectively in person and by telephone

• Drive to multiple locations within the service area

This position is subject to DOT drug testing and physical requirements. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

First Student's commitment to safety, dependable transportation, and putting our customers first creates a working environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Apply today and help us prepare the next generation of professional drivers.

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

First Student is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles, California, First Student will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

First Student is an equal opportunity employer. By supporting an inclusive culture, we help create opportunities for continued growth and success for all.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.