Driver Coach-100112

Job: Driver Coach

Location: Onsite | Springfield, OR

Summary

The Driver Coach plays a key role in building and maintaining a strong team of professional drivers. This position is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and retaining drivers while also serving as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters. The Driver Coach ensures drivers feel supported, valued, and set up for success by providing coaching, handling concerns, and fostering a positive and safe work environment.

What does a normal day look like?

• Source, screen, and interview prospective drivers to ensure alignment with company standards.
• Facilitate smooth onboarding and orientation to set new hires up for long-term success.
• Act as a mentor and coach to drivers, providing guidance on performance, safety, and professional development.
• Develop strategies to improve driver engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Conduct regular check-ins with drivers to ensure they have the resources and support needed to succeed.
• Serve as the first point of contact for driver-related concerns, resolving issues promptly and fairly.
• Provide coaching and corrective action where appropriate, maintaining compliance with company policies.
• Support an open-door environment that promotes trust and transparent communication.
• Reinforce DOT, FMCSA, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in training initiatives and monitor compliance with hours-of-service and other regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Safety and Operations teams to identify risk areas and implement improvement plans.
• Perform related duties as assigned

What makes this job right for you?

• 3+ years of experience in transportation, or driver recruiting
• Proficiency in Microsoft office programs
• Knowledge of transportation management systems.

Why work for us?

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401k + Company Match
• Internal Growth / Mobility
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Company Designated Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Medical Healthcare Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Employee & Immediate Family Assistance Program (EAP)

More about us:

Central Oregon Truck Company is a nationwide leader in the flatbed trucking and logistics industry. The mission of COTC is to operate the safest and most reliable flatbed fleet in the United States executed by the highest caliber employees that are dedicated to professionalism, growth and teamwork establishing Central Oregon Truck Company as the carrier of choice for our customer’s and driving team while earning a return for our shareholders.