CDL Class A Instructor Trainer

160 Driving Academy • Harvey, IL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

160 Driving Academy is the largest CDL training school in the country, with a strong history and a wide network of locations. Our instructors are crucial to our success. As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you will guide students from their initial pre-trip inspection to their final CDL exam, providing hands-on training in both yard maneuvers and on-road driving. You will be based at a specific yard, collaborating with a team of instructors and a Lead Instructor. Occasional travel to other regional yards may be required to provide coverage. Maintaining the cleanliness and presentability of your assigned yard is also part of the role. This position offers a local, hands-on opportunity for experienced Class A drivers seeking a career that allows them to stay home nightly and be rewarded for impactful results.

Requirements

• Experienced Class A drivers
• Reliable, on-time attendance
• Ability to climb in/out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.
• Additional requirements that apply specific to the role may be requested.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a CDL instructor

Responsibilities

• Teach Class A driving skills using hands-on training in outdoor yards on automatic and manual transmissions.
• Guide students step-by-step through pre-trip inspections, yard maneuvers, and on-road driving.
• Prepare students to pass CDL testing standards on the first attempt.
• Track student attendance and progress; provide additional support when needed.
• Maintain accurate training records, evaluations, and documentation.
• Reporting of all incidents and accidents to your lead and corporate in a timely manner.
• Work closely with fellow instructors and your Lead Instructor to deliver a consistent student experience and follow our defined curriculum.
• Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable.
• Cover for other instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies.
• Assist with the transfer of trucks to repair operations and neighboring yards for use.
• Demonstrate a student-centric approach to teaching with the ability to exhibit patience and professionalism.
• Climb in/out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.

Benefits

• Medical and dental (shared expense)
• Paid vacation: 1 week to start, 2 weeks after year 1, 3 weeks after year 2
• 8-hour paid day off for a full year of perfect attendance
• $500 referral bonus per instructor hire
• Branded gear (vests, hats, flashlights, gauges) and access to yard laptops
• Career path: Yard Instructor ? Assistant Lead Instructor ? Lead Instructor ? Regional Manager
• Relocation benefit ($3,000 for moving to locations 100+ miles away)
• Paid day off for your birthday after 1 year of service (8 hours floating holiday)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed