CDL Driving Instructor | Train Tomorrow's Truck Drivers

Swift Transportation; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Transportation is seeking an instructor to train and evaluate student drivers pursuing CDL certification. The role involves teaching safety inspections, driving maneuvers, and evaluating progress from range to road.

Candidates should have CDL experience and a strong ability to adapt to weather conditions and shifting priorities. Qualifications include 2+ years OTR, Class A CDL, and state CDL Examiner certification if exams are administered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years OTR experience required unless state law requires additional years of experience.
• Must qualify as a Class A CDL driver by meeting all company hiring requirements.
• Must have appropriate state certification as a CDL Examiner if tasked with administering exams.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Must engage in on going education relating to teaching skills as part of faculty improvement to maintain post-secondary education requirements of the state in which the Academy is licensed.
• Must maintain PTDI and CVTA standards and complete a minimum of two American Association for Vocational School modules annually.

Responsibilities

• Train student drivers on performing safety inspections relating to potential truck/trailer issues.
• Instruct functional driving skills such as performing turns, curves, backing, etc.
• Evaluate designated student drivers on a daily basis to determine when they are ready to progress from the range to the road.
• Ensure student drivers know how to perform well when driving on upgrades and downgrades including starting and stopping activities and they possess a basic knowledge when dealing with situations such as intersections, urban/rural sections, expressways, bridge underpasses, etc.
• Effectively and efficiently resolve student issues.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Self-motivated

Ability to handle changing priorities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates preferred

Job description

Swift Transportation is seeking an instructor to train and evaluate student drivers pursuing CDL certification. The role involves teaching safety inspections, driving maneuvers, and evaluating progress from range to road.

Candidates should have CDL experience and a strong ability to adapt to weather conditions and shifting priorities. Qualifications include 2+ years OTR, Class A CDL, and state CDL Examiner certification if exams are administered.