CDL TRAINER POSITION

About the role

A CDL Driver Trainer is responsible for teaching new and inexperienced drivers how to operate a commercial vehicle. This may include coupling, backing, city driving, and mountain road driving. The Trainer will develop a training curriculum specific to the company and will be required to keep up-to-date on current driving regulations. They must possess excellent communication skills in order to properly instruct their students.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and administering training for new and current drivers.
• Developing curricula, conducting classes, and overseeing behind-the-wheel training.
• Maintaining student records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Assist in developing or updating curriculum and training materials as needed.
• Assess student learning needs and tailor instruction accordingly.
• Deliver classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and/or web-based learning modules per assigned schedule.
• Coordinating scheduling of classes and appointments; inspecting training vehicles; maintaining equipment;
• Providing accountability and performance feedback to management.
• Evaluating students' progress and giving feedback
• Training new hires on how to fill out paperwork related to their job
• Administering oral and written exams.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required
• Two plus years of proven experience in commercial truck driving
• A clean driving record with no moving violations
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• Map reading and route planning experience
• A self-starter who works well independently
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• A reliable and dependable work ethic
• Able to follow spoken and written instructions in English

Qualifications

This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in starting a career in the agricultural industry.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Defensive driving techniques
• Safe driving practices
• GPS and routing systems proficiency
• Map reading and route planning
• Time management and organization
• Customer service skills

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bonus pay
• Performance bonus
• Safety bonuses
• Per diem

Pay

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Location

In person

Driver Types Hired

• Company Driver

Equipment Types Hired

• Refrigerated

Equipment Experience Accepted

• Dry Van
• Refrigerated
• Other

CDL Classes Accepted

• Class A