Motorcoach TrainerDATTCO, Inc. is a third generation, family owned company, and New England's largest passenger transportation provider. Founded in 1924, DATTCO entered the motorcoach industry during the 1964 New York World's Fair and has grown into one of the region's most respected transportation companies. DATTCO employs more than 2,600+ people, operates a fleet of 1,600+ revenue vehicles, and drives over 23 million miles annually. Our diverse client base including leading college athletic programs, tour operators, and corporate partners helps ensure steady, year round work for our drivers. We are currently hiring Full-Time Motorcoach Trainer for our Cranston, RI location!
Work Location: Cranston, RI
Travel: Ability to travel throughout the state of Rhode Island, New York, and Boston.
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Must be available to work nights and weekends when needed. Why DATTCO?Stable, year round work with one of the industry's most respected transportation companies. Modern, well maintained fleet with new vehicles added regularly. Industry leading technology and driver resources. Nationwide support through our International Motorcoach Group (IMG) partnerships. Professional vehicle cleaning services. Company provided uniforms. Diverse assignments and travel opportunities. Family oriented culture with a reputation for safety and excellence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform behind the wheel training in full size Motor Coach Equipment in major metropolitan areas such as Boston and New York.
Responsible for classroom and skills training for new driver applicants, retraining and remedial coaching sessions.
Review recorded events within a multi-platform event recorder system.
Scheduling drivers for training, event review, and coaching sessions.
Assist drivers with understanding and compliance with company policies.
Drug and alcohol specimen collection.
Monitor hours of service compliance via electronic and manual logging formats.
Responsible for timely review, response, and reporting of recorded events.
Perform field audits on driver performance and compliance duties.
Serve as a mentor and resource to drivers, coworkers, and the bus industry.
Requirements
Experience:
Experience training drivers is preferred. Experience within the Motorcoach industry is preferred.
Requirements:
CDL Class B with Passenger (P) Endorsement and Airbrake.
Must have an acceptable driving record and meet DMV and DATTCO eligibility standards.
Ability to pass the International Motor Coach Group on-line training curriculum and other training certifications.
Must meet DOT/FMCSA medical qualification standards, including the physical qualification standards in 49 CFR Part 391, and maintain a valid DOT medical certificate as required.
Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screening, including state and national criminal background checks, motor vehicle record checks, pre-employment drug testing, and any other screenings required by law or DATTCO policy.
Must participate in DOT/FMCSA and/or state required random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL drivers.
Skills:
Strong audio, visual, and electronics systems knowledge.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to write narrative reports, evaluations, and event summaries.
Excellent computer skills.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly and perform required vehicle inspections.
Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and use vehicle safety equipment.
Ability to assist passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations.
The physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable federal and state law.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.
