Driver Safety Trainer

For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.

FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.

Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others.  FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.   

The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.

Job Summary

The Driver Safety Trainer is responsible for overseeing the training of new and existing drivers across all classes of vehicles, collaborates with the maintenance team, and provides support for vehicle coordination and scheduling.

Job Description

The Driver Safety Trainer is responsible for overseeing the training of new and existing drivers across all classes of vehicles, collaborates with the maintenance team, and provides support for vehicle coordination and scheduling.

This role involves managing driver training activities, ensuring vehicle safety and maintenance, and coordinating vehicle operations in collaboration with various teams and stakeholders. This role also provides driver support to other teams in the organization when needed.

Job Roles

• Work with Transportation Manager to create a driver safety training program.
• Conduct driver training sessions for new and existing drivers on safe driving practices and coach drivers on myriad ways to improve/avoid.
• Maintain accurate records of all driver training activities and certifications.
• Collaborate with teams to understand their specific driving needs and tailor training programs accordingly.
• Utilize DriveCam software to monitor and provide diagnostic feedback and specific improvements needed for drivers to reduce overall incidents and improve safety.
• Provide driver insights to their supervisors in an effort to enhance and improve overall operational efficiency and safety.
• Coach drivers on improving their driving skills and addressing safety concerns.
• Ensure all drivers adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to tailor training programs to meet specific driving needs.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Coordinator to ensure effective communication of vehicle inspection results and address safety issues promptly.
• Coordinate with maintenance team to prioritize and address vehicle service and repair needs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance driver safety and maintenance procedures.
• Assist in tracking and confirming the scheduling of vehicles, including dispatching as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall operational efficiency, including driver support.

​Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)

• 5 years’ transportation experience required.
• 3 years’ experience in a training capacity required; driving training and coaching highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and individuals.
• Proficiency in using DriveCam software or similar tools such as SmartDrive.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in driver training.
• Understanding vehicle maintenance procedures and safety standards.
• Experience in vehicle coordination scheduling, and dispatching is a plus.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the essential job duties, and which meets any required state or federal certification requirements.
• Current American Heart Association Heart saver CPR AED Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Traveling between sites and other locations is required as an essential function of the job. Must have a car, a valid California driver’s license, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.
• Must successfully enroll/become enrolled in the DMV pull program and meet organizational driving requirements prior to start date.

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We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:

$25.75 - $35.39

Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)

FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.