Driver Trainer Jobs

Who we are:

4Refuel is proud to be recognized for its commitment to safety and culture having been named Top Fleet Employer (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) Canada’s Safest Employers – Logistics & Supply Chain (2020, 2021), and certified as a Great Place to Work, and Best Workplaces™ for Women 2023 from Great Place to Work Canada™. As Canada’s largest and most experienced mobile refueller, 4Refuel has dominated the direct-to-equipment market for over 25 years and ranks among the country’s largest fuel buyers.

What you do:

The role of the Defensive Driving Specialist is to develop the competency and skillset of our Commercial Drivers. The Defensive Driving Specialist will train Commercial Drivers on defensive driving techniques and measure their competencies both in a classroom and in the truck environment. The position will be responsible for hands on training for all new Drivers and on-going training for current Drivers.

Major Job Functions:

• Training for equipment handling, pre-trip inspections and in cab technologies
• Support EHS/Operations to update training modules when needed.
• Travel to other Yards/BTU's (Business Team Unit) on occasion
• Ensure 4Refuel’s policies and procedures are adhered to: curriculum training, safe operation, equipment maintenance, industry and legislative safety requirements
• Implement 4Refuel road safety initiatives in BTU's
• Participate in incident investigations.
• Assessing and following up on new hires ability to go out on their own safely and are qualified to operate the truck and perform all duties.
• Driver driving/working assessments as needed.
• Complete road tests &ride-alongs with potential candidates and new hire evaluations.
• Mentoring new and current Driver's.
• Review Lytx events and provide coaching to Supervisors/Drivers
• Conduct remedial training based on incidents, Lytx trends
• Conduct training need assessments and collaborate with management to identify skills or knowledge gaps, using the Lytx system.
• Conduct new hire EHS onboarding training.
• Ensure defensive driving skills are being utilized.
• All other duties as required which may include supporting EH&S initiatives.
• Schedule and execute defensive driving training sessions for all new Drivers and current drivers.

Specific Skills:

• Be able to work flexible hours
• Comprehensive knowledge of safe handling characteristics of fuel products.
• Passion/experience in instructing and mentoring others.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident decision making.
• Exposure to Environmental, Health & Safety processes.
• Ability to adapt style to various learning abilities.
• Good organizational skills.

Education & Experience:

• Industry experience – previous experience as commercial driver trainer /coach/mentor.
• Experience in managing safety in the transportation industry preferred.
• Minimum DZ/Class 3, AZ/Class 1 is preferred.
• Experience in transportation of petroleum products is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of the role of driver trainer in commercial trucking and industry requirements (fuel industry is preferred)
• Clear understanding of the commercial driving regulations.
• Strong understanding of fuel transportation business

Accountability:

• Continuous and remedial training as required
• Collaborate with EHS to implement EHS inititates/programs/campaigns.
• Safe onboarding of new Driver’s and continuous training throughout their career.
• Continuous training on all regulations and safe driving course (train the trainer)
• Collaboration with local management to ensure the Driver is qualified to operate the truck and perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner.

Should an offer be extended, candidates must succesfully pass pre-employment testing which consists of: a crimnal rcord search, drug and medical testing and employment reference check.

4Refuel welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We are committed to diversity at 4Refuel, to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and as an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. 4Refuel does not discriminate against applicants based on genders, races, national and ethnic origins, religions, ages, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.