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Swift Transportation has been an industry leader since the 1960s and is the largest truckload carrier in America, with locations nationwide that foster strong connections among drivers, shop employees, and office staff. We emphasize culture as a key driver of success and offer diverse opportunities for advancement and growth through continual learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Train and/or evaluate student drivers to ensure they possess the skills needed to become licensed commercial drivers.
• Administer CDL exams if certified as a State CDL Examiner.
• Train student drivers on performing safety inspections for potential truck/trailer issues.
• Instruct functional driving skills, including turns, curves, backing, and more.
• Evaluate student drivers daily to determine readiness to progress from range to road.
• Ensure student drivers can handle upgrades, downgrades, starting/stopping, intersections, urban/rural sections, expressways, and bridge underpasses.
• Resolve student issues effectively and efficiently.
• Proactively assist others in achieving the organization’s objectives.

Requirements

• 2+ years of OTR experience (unless state law requires additional years).
• Previous experience as a third-party tester or CVTA Master Level Instructor preferred.
• 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-motivated with a commitment to ongoing education in teaching skills to maintain post-secondary education requirements.
• Maintain Professional Truck Driver Institute (PTDI) and Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) standards.
• Complete a minimum of two American Association for Vocational School modules annually.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred).
• Ability to obtain additional endorsements within 90 days of notification, if required.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, supplemental, and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid training and wellness programs.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change).
• Military leave.
• Discounts with vendors.
• Volunteer opportunities with organizations like Children’s Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity.
• Training, development, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all voices are heard.

Pay

$60,000+ based on experience.