Job Description
Job Overview
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.
Duties
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 Competency
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
Join our team as a Truck Driver Trainer and help shape the next generation of skilled truck drivers through comprehensive education and hands-on training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CDL A (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Gary, IN 46406 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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.
Duties
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 Competency
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
Join our team as a Truck Driver Trainer and help shape the next generation of skilled truck drivers through comprehensive education and hands-on training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CDL A (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Gary, IN 46406 (Required)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Class A CDL Instructor position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Gary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
