CDL Instructor - Class A

160 Driving Academy•Shepherdsville, KY

1d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

160 Driving Academy is hiring an experienced Class A driver to train students in preparation for their CDL exams. The instructor provides hands-on instruction in outdoor yards and on the road, covering pre-trip inspections, yard maneuvers, and driving with automatic and manual transmissions. The role is based at a designated yard and works alongside other instructors and a Lead Instructor, with occasional coverage at other regional yards. Instructors support students’ progress, maintain accurate records, report incidents and accidents, follow the defined curriculum, and help keep the yard and building clean and presentable. The position also includes assisting with truck transfers to repair operations and neighboring yards. A 90-day probationary period applies to ensure adherence to safety, compliance, and curriculum requirements. This is local work intended for experienced drivers, with most yards operating a Monday–Friday schedule. Some higher-volume yards may operate seven days a week with alternative shifts. Occasional coverage at another regional yard may involve an overnight hotel stay; per diem is paid, and mileage is paid when using a personal vehicle. Reliable, punctual attendance is essential. The role requires climbing in and out of a tractor cab, sitting and standing for extended periods, and demonstrating driving maneuvers. Compensation includes opportunities for annual merit increases based on business performance and a monthly shared bonus pool tied to yard first-time pass rates and student ratings. Additional compensation includes an accident-free bonus for top-performing yards and paid hours for placement fairs and truck care during scheduled downtime. Benefits include shared-cost medical and dental coverage, paid vacation, attendance and birthday paid days off, relocation assistance for qualifying moves, and a referral bonus. Branded gear and access to yard laptops are provided. The company describes a career path from Yard Instructor to Assistant Lead Instructor, Lead Instructor, and Regional Manager.

Requirements

High school graduation certificate or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL and at least 24 months of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience; Nevada requires five years of Class A CDL experience.
The state where the applicant obtained their driver’s license must be the same state as the state where they are applying to work.
Manual transmission experience, with authorization to operate and ability to teach manual transmission.
Motor Vehicle Record free of violations.
Ability to pass a DOT physical and DOT-mandated drug and alcohol screening.
Clearance through a background check.
Strong communication skills and ability to mentor and coach students.
Basic computer skills for tracking student progress and scheduling.
Residence in the state of application or confirmed residence secured for relocation.
Meet all state instructor-licensing requirements where instructor licensing is required.
Reliable, on-time attendance.
Ability to climb in and out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of consistent Class A driving experience.
Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or training drivers.
Driver Training Instructor certification; the company provides guidance and support to obtain it if required by the state.

Responsibilities

Teach Class A driving skills through hands-on training in outdoor yards using automatic and manual transmissions.
Guide students through pre-trip inspections, yard maneuvers, and on-road driving.
Prepare students to meet CDL testing standards and pass on the first attempt.
Track student attendance and progress and provide additional support when needed.
Maintain accurate training records, evaluations, and documentation.
Report incidents and accidents promptly to the Lead Instructor and corporate.
Work with fellow instructors and the Lead Instructor to provide a consistent student experience and follow the defined curriculum.
Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable.
Cover for instructors at nearby regional yards during certain emergencies or when coverage is needed.
Assist with transferring trucks to repair operations and neighboring yards.
Demonstrate patience and professionalism while teaching and mentoring students.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage with shared expense.
Paid vacation: one week initially, two weeks after the first year, and three weeks after the second year.
Eight-hour paid day off for a full year of perfect attendance.
Paid birthday day off after one year of service, provided as an eight-hour floating holiday.
$3,000 relocation benefit for moving to locations 100 or more miles away.
$500 referral bonus per instructor hire.
$100 accident-free bonus for instructors at the top 15 yards.
Additional paid hours for placement fairs and truck care during scheduled downtime.
Per diem and mileage when filling in at another regional yard, with mileage paid when using a personal vehicle.
Branded gear and access to yard laptops.
Opportunity for annual merit increases to hourly wage based on business performance.
Monthly shared bonus pool payout based on yard first-time pass rate and student ratings.