Training Manager

Training Manager

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $72,000– Maximum $90,000

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 6 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

• Provides behind-the-wheel instruction according to corporate and client specifications in all aspects of vehicle operation and passenger transportation, including defensive driving, service area familiarization, passenger loading, unloading and securement.
• Oversees classroom and behind the wheel training in accordance with corporate and location requirements.
• Ensure all safety manuals, programs, policies, and procedures are current and meet the needs of the location and client.
• Document all training activities and ensure accurate completion of all training-related employee records.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs that are designed to reduce accidents and injuries and heighten overall safety awareness.
• Ability to work in a variety of complex computerized tracking systems and/or create custom tracking processes to meet location and contract compliance regarding Safety, Training and Drug and Alcohol compliance.
• Establish a relationship with client and corporate personnel to identify additional training needs, resources, and opportunities.
• Works in partnership with the location Safety Manager to design and administer monthly Safety In-Service training, annual training, employee retraining and all other location training programs.
• Maintains an adequate and complete employee filing system and participates in audits and inspections to meet client and corporate expectations.
• May conduct accident investigations using root-cause analysis and assigns employee re-training as required.
• Conducts road observations to evaluate operator safety, customer service, and systematic knowledge of the service.
• Provides coaching and re-training as required on Drive Cam.
• Assist with ride checks operators as needed.
• Ensure all employees training records are in compliance with contract, federal, state, and company training policies.
• Ensure new student operators are thoroughly trained in safe and efficient handling of vehicles and equipment to exceed customer standards.
• Monitor the progress of trainees to ensure proper training.
• Assist in other safety and/or training functions related to location services as directed.
• Other duties as required.

• Four years’ training management experience in an operation similar in size and scope
• 2 years of Public Transit experience is required.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduating from college or university supplemented with experience in industrial/workplace safety and accident reduction.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Comfortable speaking before groups.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of DOT (Department of Transportation), FTA (Federal Transit Administration), FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) rules and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, which include ability to explain and present regulations to others and manage both union and non-union employees.
• Familiarity and understanding of Federal, State, and Local workplace safety regulations.
• Familiarity with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards – OSHA, EPA, NIMS, and ADA requirements

• Drug testing and background check.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical examination.

• Work indoors, and in air-conditioned or well-ventilated facilities, 70% of the job is done indoors.
• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-30% of the job is performed outside.
• May have long periods of sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen in an office or in a cubicle space.
• Frequently speaking, to present information, in a classroom, or other team settings, and lead training initiatives and programs.
• Ability to hear and respond to questions from audience.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and or drag up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis with occasional need to do the same up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Local Portland metro area travel (>40% of the time)
• Out of State Travel requirement: <5% for occasional meetings.