CDL Driver Instructor & Safety Trainer - Motorcoach

Starr Bus Charters & Tours•Fairless Hills, PA

About The Position

Starr Bus Charter & Tours is hiring a full-time, year-round CDL Driver Instructor & Safety Trainer to prepare new hires for professional motorcoach driving and help experienced drivers maintain and improve their skills. The position leads classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, conducts road evaluations and skills assessments, and provides refresher, remedial, and corrective training as needed. Training must follow Starr standards, FMCSA regulations, and industry best practices. The role promotes safety, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement. Candidates from motorcoach, trucking, school transportation, transit, driver training, adult education, or corporate training backgrounds are welcome if they meet the qualifications. The role is based in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends; specific hours and the reporting title are not provided. The listed annual salary is $65,000–$75,000.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid CDL Class A, or CDL Class B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
At least 2 years of commercial driving experience.
At least 2 years of training, coaching, or instructional experience.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to teach and coach adult learners effectively.
Flexible availability, including occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Ability to pass a DOT physical examination.
Ability to pass required drug and alcohol screenings.
Ability to successfully complete all required background checks.

Nice To Haves

Motorcoach experience.
Experience training CDL drivers.
Knowledge of FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations.
Experience conducting road tests and driver evaluations.
Safety, compliance, or transportation supervisory experience.
Background in adult education, corporate training, or instructional design.

Responsibilities

Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel CDL training for newly hired drivers.
Deliver training in accordance with Starr standards, FMCSA regulations, and industry best practices.
Evaluate driver performance and provide coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback.
Conduct road evaluations and skills assessments.
Provide refresher, remedial, and safety-focused training for current drivers as needed.
Reinforce defensive driving techniques, passenger safety practices, and customer service expectations.
Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, ELDT, and state licensing requirements.
Maintain accurate training records.
Support driver development initiatives.
Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.