CDL Class A Instructor & Training Leader (Home Daily)

160 Driving Academy; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental (shared expense)

Paid vacation: 1 week to start, 2/3

$3,000 relocation benefit

$500 referral bonus per instructor

Branded gear and yard laptops

Career path: Yard Instructor → Lead/GM

Job summary

160 Driving Academy is the largest CDL training school in the country with 14 years of operation and 90+ locations. We are seeking a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer who teaches from pre-trip inspection to exam day, in yard and on-road settings, based at a designated yard with occasional regional coverage.

You will join a team of instructors, maintain yard upkeep, and help trainees pass CDL tests on the first attempt while enjoying a structured schedule and opportunities for merit pay and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor and coach students.
• Manual transmission experience — licensed to operate and able to teach manual transmission.
• Residence in the state you are applying for, or a confirmed residence secured for relocation.

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.
• Cover for other instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentor and coach students

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manual transmission operation

Job description

160 Driving Academy is the largest CDL training school in the country with 14 years of operation and 90+ locations. We are seeking a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer who teaches from pre-trip inspection to exam day, in yard and on-road settings, based at a designated yard with occasional regional coverage.

You will join a team of instructors, maintain yard upkeep, and help trainees pass CDL tests on the first attempt while enjoying a structured schedule and opportunities for merit pay and bonuses.