CDL Class A Instructor Trainer — Local Yard, Home Daily

160 Driving Academy; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental (shared expense)

Paid vacation: 1 week to start, 2 soon

3 weeks after year 2

$3,000 relocation benefit for moving .

$500 referral bonus per instructor

Branded gear and yard laptops

Career path: Yard Instructor → Lead/GM

Job summary

160 Driving Academy is seeking a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer to teach students from their first pre-trip inspection to the CDL exam, in the yard and on the road. You’ll work with a team of instructors at a designated yard and may cover at regional yards as needed, with responsibilities including yard upkeep and safe, effective training.

You’ll be based locally, delivering hands-on instruction, keeping thorough records, and ensuring a positive student outcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach Class A driving skills using hands-on training in outdoor yards on automatic and manual transmissions.
• Guide students step-by-step 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 accurate training records, evaluations, and documentation.
• Reporting of all incidents and accidents to your lead and corporate in a timely manner.
• Work closely with fellow instructors and your Lead Instructor to deliver a consistent student experience and follow our defined curriculum.
• Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable
• Cover for other instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies.
• 90-day probationary period to ensure adherence to safety, compliance and curriculum.
• Assist with the transfer of trucks to repair operations and neighboring yards for use.
• Student-centric approach to teaching with ability to exhibit patience and professionalism.
• Ability to climb in/out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.

Job description

160 Driving Academy is seeking a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer to teach students from their first pre-trip inspection to the CDL exam, in the yard and on the road. You’ll work with a team of instructors at a designated yard and may cover at regional yards as needed, with responsibilities including yard upkeep and safe, effective training.

You’ll be based locally, delivering hands-on instruction, keeping thorough records, and ensuring a positive student outcome.