CDL Class A Instructor & Trainer - Home Daily

160 Driving Academy; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation (1–3 weeks)

Birthday day off after 1 year

Relocation benefit ($3,000)

Referral bonus per instructor hire

Branded gear and yard laptops

Career path: Yard Instructor → Lead/GM

Job summary

160 Driving Academy is the nation’s largest CDL training network, serving 90+ locations across 32 states. As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you will teach students from pre‑trip inspection to CDL exam, in yards and on‑the‑wheel, staying with a designated group and occasionally covering regional yards.

You’ll help keep yards clean and ensure safety and curriculum alignment. Responsibilities include hands‑on instruction, attendance tracking, documentation, and collaboration with fellow

Qualifications

• High school graduation certificate or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 24 months of verifiable Class A tractor‑trailer driving experience.
• Manual transmission experience and ability to teach.
• MVR free of violations.
• Ability to pass DOT physical and DOT‑mandated drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Teach Class A driving skills in outdoor yards with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Guide students through pre‑trip inspections, yard maneuvers, and on‑road driving.
• Prepare students to pass CDL testing standards on the first attempt.
• Track student attendance and progress; provide additional support when needed.
• Maintain training records, evaluations, and documentation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Mentor and coach students

Manual transmission experience

MVR clear

DOT physical and drug/alcohol testing

Residence in applying state

State instructor licensing awareness

Valid Class A CDL

Reliable attendance

Education

High school graduation certificate or equivalent

Job description

160 Driving Academy is the nation’s largest CDL training network, serving 90+ locations across 32 states. As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you will teach students from pre‑trip inspection to CDL exam, in yards and on‑the‑wheel, staying with a designated group and occasionally covering regional yards.

You’ll help keep yards clean and ensure safety and curriculum alignment. Responsibilities include hands‑on instruction, attendance tracking, documentation, and collaboration with fellow