CDL A Instructor

Siteline; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

In-person work

Job summary

Siteline, the nation’s newest CDL school, is opening in Lake Bluff and seeks an experienced Class A CDL Instructor. You will leverage leadership and driving expertise to educate aspiring drivers, ensuring they develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel on the road.

The role emphasizes safety, instructor excellence, and industry compliance. Responsibilities include hands-on lessons, performance assessments, and materials aligned with DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• Licensed Illinois CDL instructor (Class A) with 3+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on driving lessons in tractor-trailers to build practical skills.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Prepare and evaluate training materials aligned with industry regulations and company standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state CDL regulations and safety procedures.
• Maintain records of student progress, attendance, and certification documentation.
• Foster a positive learning environment to motivate CDL licensing goals.

Skills

CDL instruction

DOT regulations knowledge

Teaching adults

Excellent communication

Safety mentoring

Job description

Overview

Siteline, the newest CDL school in the nation brought to you by the most experienced CDL leadership team in the nation. Siteline is currently opening CDL schools across the country. Join our dynamic team as an experienced Class A CDL Instructor in Lake Bluff. In this energetic and impactful position, you will leverage your extensive leadership and commercial driving experience to educate aspiring drivers, ensuring they develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel on the road. Your expertise will help foster safe, responsible, and skilled drivers who meet industry standards and company expectations. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to share your passion for trucking while making a lasting difference in students’ careers.

Duties

• Conduct hands-on driving lessons in various truck configurations, including tractor-trailers, to develop students’ practical skills.


• Assess student performance continuously, providing constructive feedback to promote improvement and confidence.


• Prepare and evaluate training materials aligned with industry regulations and company standards.


• Ensure all training activities adhere to federal and state commercial driving regulations, including safety procedures for air brake and tanker endorsements.


• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and certification documentation.


• Foster a positive learning environment that motivates students to achieve their CDL licensing goals.

Skills

• Proven experience in commercial truck driving with a valid Class A CDL license.


• Strong knowledge of air brake systems, tanker operations, and tractor-trailer safety standards.


• Prior experience with a focus on teaching or training adult learners.


• Excellent communication skills to clearly convey complex concepts and instructions.


• Ability to demonstrate safe driving techniques and conduct practical assessments confidently.


• Familiarity with federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations related to commercial driving.


• Passion for mentoring others and fostering a culture of safety and professionalism. Join us in empowering future drivers through engaging instruction, expert guidance, and dedicated mentorship! This role is designed for motivated professionals eager to share their trucking expertise while contributing to industry safety standards.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as a CDL instructor in the state of Illinois with 3+ years’ experience.


• Ability to pass a DOT drug screen.


• Ability to pass a background check.


• Ability to be flexible with weekly schedule based on student demand.

Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour + benefits

Work Location: In person

Work Location: In person