Range And Road Instructor

Swift Transportation•West Valley City, UT

About The Position

Swift Transportation is hiring a Range and Road Instructor to train and evaluate student drivers as they develop the skills needed to become licensed commercial drivers. The instructor teaches vehicle safety inspections and functional driving skills, evaluates students’ readiness to progress from range training to road training, and helps them learn to handle a range of driving environments and conditions. If the instructor holds the required state-issued CDL Examiner certification, they may administer examinations as needed. The role also involves resolving student issues, adapting to changing priorities, and supporting the organization’s objectives. The instructor must continue developing teaching skills and meet applicable state post-secondary education requirements, as well as maintain Professional Truck Driver Institute (PTDI) and Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) standards. Swift describes itself as a company that emphasizes continual learning, employee growth, and a supportive, inclusive workplace. The stated pay is $60,000 annually, with the amount based on experience.

Requirements

At least 2 years of over-the-road (OTR) experience, unless state law requires additional years of experience.
Must qualify as a Class A CDL driver by meeting all company hiring requirements.
Must have appropriate state certification as a CDL Examiner if tasked with administering exams.
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
Ability to handle changing priorities.
Exceptional communication skills.
Self-motivation.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; the company does not sponsor employment visas.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a third-party tester.
CVTA Master Level Instructor experience.
Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Train and/or evaluate student drivers to ensure they develop the skills needed to become licensed commercial drivers.
Administer examinations as needed if holding and maintaining the required state-issued CDL Examiner certification.
Train student drivers to conduct safety inspections for potential truck and trailer issues.
Teach functional driving skills, including turns, curves, and backing.
Evaluate designated students daily to determine when they are ready to progress from range training to road training.
Teach students to drive safely on upgrades and downgrades, including starting and stopping, and to handle intersections, urban and rural roads, expressways, and bridge underpasses.
Resolve student issues effectively and efficiently.
Proactively assist others in achieving organizational objectives.
Continue education related to teaching skills to meet applicable state post-secondary education requirements.
Maintain PTDI and CVTA standards and complete at least two American Association for Vocational School modules annually.
Obtain additional endorsements within 90 days of notification when required.