FULL TIME DRIVER TRAINER – WILLMAR, MN
LOCATION: Willmar, MN
STARTING WAGE RANGE: $69,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually (depending upon experience)
JOB TYPE: Full Time
SCHEDULE: Shift 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, typically Monday - Friday
Shift start & length varies by day
POSTING DATES: 8/11/2026 through 8/17/2026
Apply today via Indeed,
Download our fillable PDF Application at https://www.wcsanitation.com/employment
Or email your questions or resume to [email protected]
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY TO JOIN THE WCS TEAM:
- Work locally so you can be home with your family every night and most weekends.
- Stable, year-round employment with continuous growth opportunities.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Company paid employee Health Insurance premium.
- Paid Time Off & paid Holidays.
- Profit Sharing & 401(k) plus a generous company match, upon eligibility.
- The opportunity to work with a collaborative workforce and the potential for career advancement.
- When you work for West Central Sanitation, you are not just a number. You will be well prepared to begin your career – a professional, competent, and skilled member of the team. Our employees are dedicated, work hard, and always keep safety top of mind.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Driver Trainer responsibilities of this position will primarily focus on providing quality training to newly hired Licensed Commercial Drivers, Drivers as they earn their CDL, Drivers as they advance their CDL; as well as continuing education and required retraining following federal, state, Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and West Central Sanitation (WCS) safety compliance guidelines. Responsibilities can include managing Driver/laborer training and performance, maintaining schedules, and managing daily route tasks for new employees and established Drivers with additional training requirements. A Driver Trainer may assist in leading operations and supervising day-to-day collection activities in one or more lines of business (rear load, front load, commercial, residential, industrial roll-off, semi and/or container delivery and pick-up) in a geographically dispersed area. They may also observe work environments for compliance with all safety guidelines, suggest best practices for productivity and propose resolutions for any route issues.
Our Trainer must be an example of West Central Sanitation’s “Good Neighbor” service and standards to WCS co-workers as well as to the public, industry partners and WCS customers. Most importantly, our Trainer keeps Drivers and customers happy! They are the backbone of our operation and motivate our team to grow and succeed. If you like early morning starts and a mix of in-office and out-of-office activities, this may be the time to start your West Central Sanitation career.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
- Must successfully complete and pass applicable pre-employment background check, driving record review, and drug screening
- Ability to perform the physical requirements and demands of the position
- Must reliably commute to the designated work location
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 18 months or more of relevant work experience in transportation, driving or logistics is preferred
- 5 years of management experience supervising 10+ employees in labor or commercial driving is preferred
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered adequate
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to absorb, present and relay provided information and processes that facilitate engaged learning
- Ability to instruct and communicate clearly, verbally and in writing
- Ability to definitively communicate objectives, monitor training progress and evaluate achievement
- Focus on safety, especially when teaching and training others
- Good judgment of others' talents during training and developing high-performing employees
- Ability to provide progress reports and feedback/improvements regarding training and materials
- Ability to maintain and update accurate records of required and completed training
- Collaboration as a team leader with the propensity for patience and the ability to build teams
- Strong work ethic and people skills
- Ability to prepare materials, vehicles, locations, and the actual range for driver training
- Exceptional driving and behind-the-wheel training skills
- Proven ability to direct and manage 10-12 subordinates
- Ability to navigate and mediate stressful situations
- Process-focused and results-oriented when setting and pursuing ambitious goals
- Strong commitment to organizational success
- Ability to marshal resources to accomplish goals and objectives
- Strong logistical problem-solving abilities
- Creative thinking to challenge conventional solutions, utilizing flexibility and professionalism
- Ethical behavior that conforms to West Central Sanitation’s Good Neighbor standard and serves as an example to their direct reports
- CDL is preferred but not required (WCS may provide training to interested candidates)
- Ability to drive safely, operate large, heavy-duty vehicles, learn new processes and CDL requirements
- Ability to work a consistent work schedule, as punctuality is required
- Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing
- Ability to operate a computer / tablet and basic computer programs (EX: MS Office products)
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS
- Ability to provide a current Class D Minnesota Driver’s License
- Ability to provide or acquire a current Class A or Class B Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License including air brakes, no restrictions (WCS may provide the means to become licensed to qualified candidates).
- Ability to provide or obtain a current valid DOT Health Card (MEC)
- As assigned or apparent
ADDITIONAL NOTES
This position will require successful completion of applicable background check, driving record and drug screening. By clicking apply and submitting an application / resume, candidates authorize West Central Sanitation to begin the necessary background check process. Apply via Indeed or https://www.wcsanitation.com/employment/
BENEFITS
At West Central Sanitation, each full-time, benefits eligible employee is provided the opportunity to enroll in a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance and AD&D, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Profit Sharing, and 401K (plus generous company match upon eligibility) and more! Our employees also accrue Paid Time Off and are eligible for six paid Holidays each year.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $69,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Willmar, MN 56201 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Willmar, MN 56201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
