Cdl Instructor Jobs

About The Position

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, with authorization 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 of 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 state requirements for instructor licensing where applicable.
• Complete a 90-day probationary period at hire.
• 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.
• Knowledge of FMCSA and state regulations related to CDL training and testing.

Responsibilities

• Teach Class A driving skills through hands-on training in outdoor yards on 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 to the Lead Instructor and corporate promptly.
• Collaborate with fellow instructors and the Lead Instructor to follow the defined curriculum and provide a consistent student experience.
• Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable, including light upkeep.
• Cover for instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies or when coverage is needed.
• 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 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 a location 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 tied to yard first-time pass rates; full bonus eligibility requires a 4.7/5 average student rating.
• $100 accident-free bonus for employees at the top 15 yards.
• Additional paid hours for placement fairs and truck care during scheduled downtime.
• Per diem and mileage for qualifying regional yard coverage travel.
• Career path from Yard Instructor to Assistant Lead Instructor, Lead Instructor, and Regional Manager.