CDL Instructor - Class A

160 Driving Academy•Nashville, TN

1d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

160 Driving Academy is hiring an experienced Class A driver to train students preparing for their commercial driver’s license. Based at a designated yard and working with other instructors and a Lead Instructor, you will provide hands-on instruction in outdoor yards and on the road, from pre-trip inspections through CDL testing. Training includes automatic and manual transmissions. You may occasionally cover at other regional yards, including in emergencies; this may require an overnight hotel stay. The role also includes light yard and building upkeep and helping transfer trucks to repair operations or other yards. The position is local and generally scheduled Monday through Friday, either 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Higher-volume yards may operate seven days a week for ten hours per day and offer alternative shifts, including some four-day work weeks. Reliable, punctual attendance is essential. A 90-day probationary period applies. Compensation includes opportunities for annual merit increases based on business performance, a monthly shared bonus pool tied to yard first-time pass rates and student ratings, and a bonus for top accident-free yards. Additional paid hours may be available for placement fairs and truck care during scheduled downtime. Benefits include shared-expense medical and dental coverage, paid vacation, attendance and birthday paid days off, relocation assistance, referral bonuses, and branded gear and yard laptop access. The stated career path is Yard Instructor, 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 applicants need five years of Class A CDL experience.
The state where the applicant obtained their driver’s license must be the same state as the location where they are applying.
Manual-transmission experience, including 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 applicable state requirements for instructor licensing.
Complete a 90-day probationary period at hire.
Ability to climb in and out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.
Reliable, punctual attendance.

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 their 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 deliver a consistent student experience and follow the defined curriculum.
Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable, including light upkeep.
Cover for instructors at nearby regional yards when needed, including in certain emergencies.
Assist with transferring trucks to repair operations and neighboring yards.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage with shared expense.
Paid vacation: one week to start, two weeks after year one, and three weeks after year two.
Eight-hour paid day off after a full year of perfect attendance.
Paid eight-hour birthday floating holiday after one year of service.
$3,000 relocation benefit for moving to locations 100 or more miles away.
$500 referral bonus per instructor hire.
Branded gear and access to yard laptops.
Opportunity for annual merit increases to hourly wage based on business performance.
Monthly shared bonus pool based on yard first-time pass rate, with full eligibility requiring a 4.7/5 average student rating.
$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 reimbursement when applicable for regional yard coverage.