CDL Driver Training Instructor

CONA Services•JACKSON, MO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The CDL Training Instructor provides training and prepares individuals to attain their CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) for a driver position at Heartland. The role requires using effective teaching skills, understanding, and adhering to state, DOT regulations and Heartland Safety policies. This position may can work from our Jackson, MO or our Du Quoin, IL facilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Minimum of two years of work experience required.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a clean driving record within MVR guidelines required. CDL license needs to cover both automatic and manual vehicles.
Prior experience with commercial driving required.
Ability to attend and successfully pass CDL Instructor certification via third party.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate and provide training to others.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Ability to operate a manual or powered pallet jack.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Train and prepare candidates to successfully attain a CDL license.
Deliver classroom, yard and road training toward all regulatory and company policies and procedures directly related to Driver roles.
Maintains all records and compliance documents for training program. Ensures that all training and student records up to date are compliant with FMCSA.
Provides training and/or validates in-outlet delivery expectations, service standards, and functional handheld computer knowledge.
Monitor student progress, documents progress, perform evaluations and identify gaps. Provides feedback and additional assistance, as needed.
Conducts regular in-market driver observations to improve delivery performance.
Supports the Hometown by conducting safety observations and safety training after an accident or injury.