Public Transportation CDL Driver Trainer

Title: Public Transportation CDL Driver Trainer

Location: Kent, WA

Work schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm

Who we are: Since 1971, Hopelink has provided stability-building programs for people experiencing poverty, immigrants and refugees, and people with disabilities.  We are the largest nonprofit in North and East King County.  

Make an impact in your community!  Hopelink equips people to exit poverty through comprehensive services, impactful partnerships, and advocacy for equitable opportunities for all.  

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Hopelink programs work in tandem to fill gaps, supporting each family or individual’s unique needs. These include food, energy, and financial assistance, housing with case management, mobility management, non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT), Dial-a-Ride Transit (DART), English for work, family development, and financial capabilities.

To learn more, go to https://www.hopelink.org/

The career opportunity: 

The CDL Driver Trainer provides safety and route training to Direct Operations drivers.  Hopelink provides public transit through a contract with King County Metro. The service offers bus routes using smaller buses that can go off regular routes to pick up and drop off passengers. The Trainer performs all regular training functions to prepare an individual for the driver position and provides leadership, guidance, and training to drivers with various levels of experience (including drivers with or without a Commercial Driver License (CDL)) with an emphasis on safety and customer service.

The ideal candidate will have experience with training or adult learning and is committed to working on a team in a mission driven environment ensuring a safe and positive experience for all Hopelink passengers. A valid Washington State driver’s license with passenger endorsement is preferred.

What qualities we are looking for: We’d love to hear from you. So, if you are interested in this position, but don’t meet every single point on this job posting, please still get in touch. We would be happy to connect and see if you could be a great fit. We offer paid training!

• Two or more years teaching/training in adult education
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Advanced computer/technology proficiency
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, nights and weekends
• Valid Washington State Class C CDL with passenger endorsement

**Due to Federal Regulations, this position is considered a Safety Sensitive Position, therefore employees are required to undergo a full criminal background check and pre-employment Federal DOT drug screening, and are subject to random screenings, which include THC among other restricted substances.

 Examples of what you will be doing:

• Perform new driver training and orientation class and assists with any driving test that may be required. 
• Observe and assess student performance and development aligned with training benchmarks. 
• Perform driver re-training as necessary.   
• Provide in-the-field assistance and may operate vehicles as needed.
• Conduct accident/incident investigations in the field as needed.

• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the WA CDL Guide including basic FMCSA driver requirements.

How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.

• Compensation: $32/hour DOE

• Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays, 
• Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
• Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
• Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
• Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
• Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities

Hopelink Values: 

Growth & Human Potential

Relationships Built in Trust

Culture of Belonging

Quality of Our Work

Community-Centered

Fiscal & Data Stewardship

We are actively building an environment that welcomes and encourages the involvement and success of all individuals and respects the new possibilities that are created when diverse people, beliefs and values are included. Home Page - Hopelink