CDL Class A Instructor Trainer
$58,240–$62,400 year
On-site · Tannersville, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
CDL Class A Instructor Trainer responsible for teaching Class A driving skills from pre-trip inspections to CDL exam success, in-yard and on-road instruction. Based at a designated yard with a team of instructors and a Lead Instructor; may cover other regional yards as needed. Hands-on, local training that keeps you home every night, with a focus on safety, curriculum delivery, and student outcomes. Responsibilities include training students, maintaining training records, ensuring safety compliance, collaborating with fellow instructors, and assisting with yard maintenance and operations.
Required Qualifications
- High school graduation certificate or equivalent.
- Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 24 months of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience.
- Exception – The State of Nevada requires 5 years of Class A CDL experience.
- The state where you obtained your driver’s license must be the same state where you are applying to work at a 160 Driving Academy location.
- Manual transmission experience — licensed to operate and able to teach manual transmission.
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) free of violations.
- Ability to pass DOT physical and DOT-mandated drug and alcohol screening.
- Background check clearance required.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor and coach students.
- Basic computer skills for tracking student progress and scheduling.
- Residence in the state you are applying for, or a confirmed residence secured for relocation.
- Must meet all state requirements for instructor licensing where instructor licensing is required.
- 90-day probationary period at hire.
- Four or more years of consistent Class A driving experience (Preferred).
- Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or training drivers (Preferred).
- Driver Training Instructor certification (Preferred).
- Knowledge of FMCSA and state regulations related to CDL training and testing (Preferred).
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