Commercial Drivers License CDL Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary role of Driving Academy's Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Instructor is to ensure that our students are given the highest quality education in preparation for their CDL road test. You will be working hands on with students at our training yard to help them perfect their pre-trip/in-cab inspection, parking maneuvers, road driving skills, and operate a vehicle safely in accordance with applicable laws in all outdoor conditions.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

We are the Driving Academy, we provide affordable, state-approved classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons for people who are aspiring to earn a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to help our students get on the Road to Freedom by earning their CDL! We are Accountable and Results Oriented in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core value of having Integrity is the backbone of our business and guides our hiring process.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

Instructs students in the skills needed to operate CDL vehicles, such as tractor trailers and buses

Teaches students how to park CDL vehicles using a variety of different methods: with or without attached trailers, straight back, offset to the right and left, and parallel to the right and left

Ensure students are familiar with controls, gauges, and components of CDL vehicles

Teaches students how to conduct pre-trip and in-cab inspections in preparation for CDL testing

Prepares materials for simulator program lessons, assignments and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance

Tracks and assigns student time in the vehicles

Collaborates with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures

Conducts routine inspections on vehicles including adding/refueling vehicles; ensures more specialized maintenance and repairs are performed

Maintains required paperwork for individual student/yard files and other necessary records

Move vehicles from one location to another in training yard

Provide instruction on how to safely operate a CDL Vehicle in city traffic, highway driving, residential driving, and rural driving.

Oversees students as they learn to safely and properly operate a vehicle on public roadways

Explains safe steering, braking, and turning techniques; covers defensive driving techniques

Demonstrates how to handle skids and other driving emergencies

Teaches students the state's vehicle laws, including speed limits, driver rights of way, pedestrian rights, accident reporting, and insurance regulations

Familiarize students with highway markings, signs, and signals

Introduces basic concepts of vehicle maintenance

Administers tests related to materials covered in the curriculum

Performs other related duties as assigned

KEY COMPETENCIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role, but are not necessarily all inclusive.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Extensive knowledge of CDL vehicle operation and vehicle laws

Ability to be patient and remain calm when riding with a student driver

Knowledge of CDL vehicle components and their purposes

Ability to teach students the principles of operating a vehicle

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required

Valid Commercial Driver's License and clean driving record required

Class A License Preferred

Two years of relevant experience

Fluency in multiple languages preferred; languages will be specified

Teaching or law enforcement background desirable

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Ability to climb in and out of trucks and buses

Prolonged ability to stand

Prolonged periods of riding in a vehicle

Physical ability to operate a vehicle

Ability to look beneath trucks and buses

Ability to see near and far details

Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds at a time

Perform work with OSHA required PPE; Including COVID19 PPE

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements

COMPENSATION

$21 - $25 per hour

Monthly bonus available

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BENEFITS

Health Insurance Stipend

Bonus Pay

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Days

401(k) with matching

Employee Discount

Professional Training & Development Opportunities

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Driving Academy recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to hr@cdldrivingacademy .com. Already a Driving Academy candidate? Please connect directly with your recruiter to discuss this opportunity.