Commercial Fleet Trainer

The Municipal Group of Companies, based in Bedford Nova Scotia, is a large, diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction, mining and environmental services within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking a Commercial Fleet Trainer to join our Training department based out of our Bedford, NS office.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:
Assist in developing, maintaining, and update standard procedures & programs for training and evaluation of drivers
Perform evaluations on commercial drivers to assess professional skills
Assist with accident investigations as required
Standardize tools used by commercial drivers (e.g. trip inspection forms & logbook/ELD)
Standardize the commercial driver’s handbook
Participate in snow operations training
Working and training students through the Private Career College
Training new employees and working with existing employees with commercial vehicles
Working with various MGOC stakeholders at different locations
Must be willing to travel to different provinces
Work with heavy equipment group when needed
Working with other trainer(s) and mentor(s) at various MGOC locations
Teach various theory classes when needed
Familiarize yourself with new & different commercial units in MGOC
Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:
Grade 12 education
Firm understanding of the Motor Vehicle Act
Firm understanding of regulations and legislation (Federal, Provincial, and local)
5 + years in the commercial trucking industry
Possess a valid class 1 driver’s license
Proven experience in group facilitation and projects
Motivated individual that works well with others & has a positive attitude
Oral and written communications skills
Computer literacy with MS Office products
Interpersonal relations skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow and enforce safety rules and utilize appropriate safety equipment
Experienced with hauling heavy equipment
Environmental background with Refuse trucks
Experienced with hauling tankers & B-trains
Hauling between Canada and US borders is an asset

A comprehensive compensation package is offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

**Application Process**:
Human Resources

**Attention**: Jessica Wilson

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.