CDL-A - Van Truckload Driver Trainer

Schneider

Amsterdam

On-site

EUR 64,632 - 68,941

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading transportation firm is seeking a Van Truckload Driver Trainer in Amsterdam, NY. The role requires 12 months of CDL experience and involves training and evaluating drivers. Candidates must possess a valid Class A CDL and have at least 24 months of driving experience. The position offers competitive pay, annual bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, fostering a values-based culture.

Qualifications

12 months or greater CDL experience required.
Live within 75 miles of Amsterdam, NY or Bethel, PA required.

Responsibilities

Act as a subject matter expert in commercial driving.
Support drivers with training and skill evaluations.
Maintain training records for compliance.
Assist with driver out-processing tasks.

Skills

Instructor/training experience

Coaching and mentoring

Professional attitude

Familiarity with company policies

Word and Excel proficiency

Education

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

DOT physical card

24 months of Class A driving experience

Job description

Join to apply for the CDL-A - Van Truckload Driver Trainer role at Schneider

Experience: 12 months or greater CDL experience

Van Truckload Driver Trainer

Home time: Daily

Experience: 12 months or greater CDL experience

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 0700-1600/1700.

Overview

Be a subject matter expert in commercial driving and serve as a critical resource to both drivers and Operations.
Support existing drivers by providing various training needs, evaluating essential driving skills and determining road readiness.
Partner with Operations to act as a safety advocate while also assisting drivers.
Navigate a variety of coaching and training calls effectively and efficiently.
Provide hands-on training that meets curriculum requirements and driver needs.
Work with Safety, Training Leadership and Operations to solve issues identified during training and recommendations for next steps.
Maintain and update training records to ensure compliance.
Actively assist with driver out-processing tasks and help new driver associates adapt to the over-the-road lifestyle.
Haul freight regularly and provide coverage for the training phone queue.
Support in other capacities to include assisting with travel to offsite locations, conducting customer start-ups and interventions, repositioning equipment, hauling freight and performing truck inspections.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and the scope of the job may change based on business demands.

Pay and bonus potential

Competitive starting annual salary.
Bi-monthly paychecks.
Annual profit-sharing bonuses available.
Paid vacation time available immediately after starting.

*Based on CDL driver experience, performance and location

Skills qualifications

Previous instructor/training experience preferred.
Ability to coach and mentor effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and the ability and willingness to accept change.
Ability to learn, demonstrate and train Schneider’s company policies and procedures.
Experience in Word, Excel, and other computer-based systems is a plus.

Driver qualifications

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
DOT physical card.
At least 24 months of Class A driving experience.
Live within 75 miles of Amsterdam, NY or Bethel, PA.

Still need more experience or have questions about qualifications? Call us at 800-447-7433, and we can talk you through everything.

Additional benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance.
401(k) savings plan with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.

More reasons to choose Schneider

Resilient, values-based culture that prioritizes safety, integrity, respect and excellence.
Individual development opportunities through company-paid training, active leadership involvement and more than 170 online personal development courses.

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