CDL Instructor (65388)

About the role

Are you passionate about trucking and eager to share your expertise? Join our Sage Truck Driving School team as a CDL Instructor and play a vital role in training the next generation of professional drivers. No teaching experience is required; we provide comprehensive training to help you succeed. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive environment, with nights and weekends at home, and the chance to make a positive impact on aspiring truck drivers.

Responsibilities

• The CDL Instructor will deliver classroom instruction and practical training to students, ensuring they develop the skills necessary for safe and efficient tractor-trailer operation.
• You will assess student performance through hands-on driving evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and guide students through maneuvers on skills ranges and roadways.
• The role involves demonstrating proper driving techniques, explaining safety procedures, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
• Instructors also maintain accurate training records, uphold safety standards, and foster a professional learning environment that motivates students to excel.
• Additionally, you will stay current with industry regulations and curriculum updates to ensure training remains aligned with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL License
• Minimum two (2) years of practical trucking related experience that demonstrates instructional competency
• A safe CDL A driving record as determined by the SAGE Safety Department
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of safe truck driving, including all laws and regulations covering tractor-trailer interstate operations
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions, assess student performance, and provide guidance
• Professional attitude characterized by respect, motivation, maturity, safety consciousness, and professionalism
• Knowledge, skill, and actual performance abilities that exceed curriculum objectives
• Compliance with all federal motor carrier safety regulations and ability to pass DOT drug/alcohol screening