CDL-A Driver Instructor: Hands-On Training & Safety

Schneider National; Lovejoy (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider National is seeking a Driver Instructor to coach, mentor and onboard new drivers in the Atlanta, GA area. You will train in the classroom and in the cab, focusing on safety, hours of service, trip-planning and our policies, while using Schneider’s tablets and workflow system.

This role emphasizes safety advocacy and driver retention, with opportunities for career development through company-paid training and more than 170 online courses.

Qualifications

• Previous instructor or training experience preferred.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
• Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude.
• Able to learn, demonstrate and train Schneider’s company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor and onboard new drivers.
• Perform hands-on training in the classroom and in the truck.
• Train drivers on safety, hours of service, trip-planning, workflow, tablet, policies and procedures.
• Act as a safety advocate and driver retention ambassador for the organization.
• Teach driving skills that align with Schneider’s guidelines and materials.
• Show drivers how to use Schneider’s electronic tablets and workflow system.
• Provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Evaluate and provide updates on candidates who are not meeting expectations.
• Prepare drivers for a safe and rewarding career at Schneider.

Skills

Instructor experience

Coaching & mentoring

Professional attitude

Policy training

Job description

Schneider National is seeking a Driver Instructor to coach, mentor and onboard new drivers in the Atlanta, GA area. You will train in the classroom and in the cab, focusing on safety, hours of service, trip-planning and our policies, while using Schneider’s tablets and workflow system.

This role emphasizes safety advocacy and driver retention, with opportunities for career development through company-paid training and more than 170 online courses.