CDL Class A Instructor Trainer: Shape New Drivers

160 Driving Academy; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Paid vacation

Relocation assistance

Referral bonus per instructor hire

Branded gear and yard laptops

Career path: Yard Instructor → Lead

Job summary

160 Driving Academy is the largest CDL training school in the country, with 90+ yards nationwide. As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you’ll teach students from pre-trip inspection to CDL exam pass, in yard and on-road settings, based at a designated yard with an instructor team.

You’ll occasionally cover other regional yards, keep yards tidy, and support safety and curriculum with a 90‑day probationary period for adherence and evaluation.

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 the largest CDL training school in the country, with 90+ yards nationwide. As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you’ll teach students from pre-trip inspection to CDL exam pass, in yard and on-road settings, based at a designated yard with an instructor team.

You’ll occasionally cover other regional yards, keep yards tidy, and support safety and curriculum with a 90‑day probationary period for adherence and evaluation.