Instructor

JTL Truck Driver Training•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Roadmaster Drivers School, a subdivision of Werner Enterprises, Inc., is seeking experienced and highly qualified CDL Class A instructors. The ideal candidate will have the ability and desire to train the next generation of commercial truck drivers, emphasizing professionalism, pride in work, and safety first. This role involves demonstrating driving operations, overseeing safe equipment use by students, supervising trainees, and providing in-person daily instruction in areas such as Full Pre-Trip Inspection, Basic Control Skills, and Road Driving.

Requirements

A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with no more than two moving violations in a 12-month period, and/or no more than three moving violations in a 24-month period. Driving records not complying with the foregoing will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
A minimum of 3 years over the road or local commercial driving experience, and/or minimum criteria required to obtain instructor licensure within the applicable jurisdiction and meet all other licensure requirements.
Must pass and continuously maintain a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) physical which is issued in accordance with all regulations and recommendations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Pass an approved DOT drug test and hair follicle drug test (HFT) and agree to random and suspicion-based drug and alcohol screening.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate with others using verbal and non-verbal/written skills.
Must possess and demonstrate the physical, intellectual and leadership ability to deliver the company’s approved training and curriculum to students in the areas of classroom, full pre-trip inspection, basic control skills and road driving.
Must successfully complete all required new hire onboarding and training in a timely manner, as well as continuing education as required by the company.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate assigned driving operations for students on a regular basis.
Oversee the safe operation and use of equipment when being used by students, ensuring that the company policy and standards are being adhered to.
Supervise all assigned trainees and complete the necessary documentation for each person, such as student attendance forms and training records.
Provide in-person daily instruction to students in the following areas: Full Pre-Trip Inspection, Basic Control Skills and Road Driving.