CDL School Instructor

• Teaching student drivers how and where to diagnose vehicle malfunctions through pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections 

• Observing over-the-road skills (backing, lane control, axle weights, etc.)  

• Instructing how to use an auto transmission in different driving conditions (highway, city, night vs. day, inclement weather, etc.) 

• Showing how to use on-board vehicle communication and routing systems 

• Emphasizing (and re-emphasizing!) the importance of safety 

• Evaluating progress and grading students throughout the program 

• Maintaining student files in compliance with company and regulatory standards 

• Providing exceptional customer service to all students 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

Minimum Qualifications 

• Active CDL (Class A) license 

• Clean drug screen, background, and motor vehicle records 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 

• Effective communication and presentation skills 

• Patient and sensitive to the learning needs of others 

• Sensible judgement and capable of handling changing priorities with flexibility 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Basic computer skills 

• Classroom and range demonstration 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Driving and managing a tractor trailer 

• Vehicle control 

• Backing 

• Pre-trip inspections 

• On-road driving 

• Lane changes 

• Turning 

• Braking 

• Record maintenance 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time 

• Exposure to changing temperatures and inclement weather 

• Ability to stretch, bend, move freely during training exercises 

Work Experience: 

• 3+ years of recent verifiable OTR driving experience within the last 10 years