CDL Class A Instructor | 75% Travel, Hands-on Training

FreshPoint Oahu, Ltd. (FreshPoint Hawaii, LLC); United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking CDL Instructor Trainers to teach non-class A CDL driver trainees in safety and exam readiness. The role emphasizes hands-on DOT training, safety standards, and prescribed methods to ensure trainees pass the Class A CDL exam.

Responsibilities include delivering training, evaluating candidate readiness, coordinating DOT test schedules, and maintaining equipment to DOT standards across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum Class A commercial vehicle experience.
• Must be physically able to operate Class A motor vehicles.
• Be patient and a good leader towards students.
• Demonstrate empathy towards students during training.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on training on DOT Pre-trip / Post Trip, DOT Vehicle Inspection, Skills/ Maneuvers, Range and Road Driving Skills to pass the Class A CDL Test.
• Prepares trainee to pass the DOT Class A CDL Test.
• Uses established training materials to train new Non-Class A CDL driver trainees on the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
• Provides training in prescribed training methods and practices associated with commercial vehicle training.
• Provides CDL Handbook training in compliance with all local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws.
• Evaluates and tests candidates during various stages of training to ensure readiness for the CDL Exam.
• Follow Smith System Training Program.
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment including following shop procedures for reporting repairs.
• Ensure equipment is ready for DOT Inspection (train driver trainee on this process).
• Schedule CDL Testing for trainees.
• Collaborate with third party companies / examiners to ensure that students are tested in a timely manner.
• Ensure trainees have all documentation for CDL Testing.

Skills

Verbal communication

Documentation skills

Training delivery

Teaching and coaching

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Sysco is seeking CDL Instructor Trainers to teach non-class A CDL driver trainees in safety and exam readiness. The role emphasizes hands-on DOT training, safety standards, and prescribed methods to ensure trainees pass the Class A CDL exam.

Responsibilities include delivering training, evaluating candidate readiness, coordinating DOT test schedules, and maintaining equipment to DOT standards across multiple sites.