Job Title:
Safety Training Specialist

Department:
Legal, Compliance & Audit

Country:
United States of America

State/Province:
Georgia

City:
Forest Park

Full/Part Time:
Full time

Job Summary:
Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for facilitating training programs for newly hired and remedial drivers regarding the SMITH system, safe vehicle operations, and J.B. Hunt safety policies. The incumbent will conduct check rides with drivers to ensure Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance and be available to answer standard questions about safety, compliance, and equipment.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain attendance record for training programs

• Facilitate defensive driving class utilizing the SMITH System training program; training includes a 2-hour class and 1-hour on-the-road practicum per student

• Conduct check rides with drivers to ensure compliance and safe vehicle operation; provide evaluations to respective management

• Facilitate classes related to safety and DOT compliance

• Facilitate focused training for drivers identified as needing remedial assistance

• Act as a point of contact to answer inquiries related to safety policies, DOT guidelines, and electronic equipment (Electronic Logging Device, front and forward facing cameras, etc.) functionality

• Notify appropriate contacts when drivers have completed training

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• 21 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with up to 1 year of relevant experience and/or military equivalent.
• AND Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences
• Ability to pass a background check
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per JBH standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• 21 years of age with High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Experience in presenting, facilitating, and/or training delivery
• Ability to be both flexible and adaptable
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
• Ability to lead/teach in a classroom environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret information
• Willingness to travel

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:
GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:
Safety

Job Opening ID:
00575765 Safety Training Specialist (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

At J.B. Hunt, we continuously look for new ways that our people, processes and technology can be used to move freight transportation forward. We hire for entry-level, professional and management roles across several areas, including corporate services, customer service, engineering and technology, operations, sales and more!