CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Instructor

Driving Academy • Trenton, NJ

72d • $23 - $25

About The Position

The primary role of Driving Academy’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Instructor is to ensure that our students are given the highest quality education in preparation for their CDL road test. You will be working hands on with students at our training yard to help them perfect their pre-trip/in-cab inspection, parking maneuvers, road driving skills, and operate a vehicle safely in accordance with applicable laws in all outdoor conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License and clean driving record required
• Class A License required
• Two years of relevant experience
• Fluency in multiple languages preferred; English and Spanish
• Teaching or law enforcement background desirable

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in the skills needed to operate CDL vehicles, such as tractor trailers and buses
• Teaches students how to park CDL vehicles using a variety of different methods
• Teaches students how to conduct pre-trip and in-cab inspections in preparation for CDL testing
• Prepares materials for trucking simulator program lessons, assignments and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance
• Tracks and assigns student time in the vehicles
• Implements safety policies and procedures
• Conducts routine inspections on vehicles including adding/refueling vehicles
• Maintains required paperwork for individual student/yard files and other necessary records
• Moves vehicles from one location to another in training yard
• Oversees students as they learn to safely and properly operate a vehicle on public roadways
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health Insurance Stipend
• Bonus Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee Discount
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED