CDL Instructor

ECM Transport LLC; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 36,093 - 48,119; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Roadmaster Drivers School, a division of ECM Transport LLC in Fontana, is seeking a skilled CDL Class A instructor to mentor students and ensure they learn the best practices in the trucking industry. This is a full-time position with a standard Monday–Friday schedule and no weekend work.

The ideal candidate holds a valid CDL and has at least three years of driving experience. Excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of over-the-road or local commercial driving experience.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug tests.
• Demonstrated ability to teach driving skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate assigned driving operations for students.
• Oversee safe equipment operation by students.
• Supervise trainees and document their attendance.

Skills

Effective communication

Over-the-road driving

Leadership ability

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

Are you a skilled CDL Class A driver who is ready to take your driving knowledge to the next level? We have an opportunity for a CDL instructor which will allow you to mentor your students by teaching them safety skills and the best practices of the trucking industry. If so, we want you to join our team! Roadmaster Drivers School, a subdivision of Werner Enterprises, Inc. is a nationally accredited educational institution that provides the highest standard of professional training.

What We Offer

• Full‑time positions are available
• A standard Monday–Friday work schedule
• No work is required on any weekend or holiday
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance
• Life, AD&D and various other insurance benefits available
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with Company Match
• Opportunities for professional advancement
• The Educational Assistance Program provides Werner and Roadmaster associates the opportunity to participate in college or graduate credit courses

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate assigned driving operations for students on a regular basis
• Oversee the safe operation and use of equipment when being used by students, ensuring that the company policy and standards are being adhered to
• Supervise all assigned trainees and complete the necessary documentation for each person, such as student attendance forms and training records
• Provide in‑person daily instruction to students in the following areas: Full Pre-Trip Inspection, Basic Control Skills and Road Driving

Qualifications

• A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with no more than two moving violations in a 12‑month period, and/or no more than three moving violations in a 24‑month period. Driving records not complying with the foregoing will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Must have a minimum of three years over‑the‑road or local commercial driving experience, and/or minimum criteria required to obtain instructor licensure within the applicable jurisdiction and meet all other licensure requirements.
• Must pass and continuously maintain a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) physical issued in accordance with all regulations and recommendations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, pass an approved DOT drug test and hair follicle drug test (HFT) and agree to random and suspicion‑based drug and alcohol screening.
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate with others using verbal, non‑verbal and written skills.
• Must possess and demonstrate the physical, intellectual and leadership ability to deliver the company’s approved training and curriculum to students in the areas of classroom, full pre‑trip inspection, basic control skills and road driving.
• Must successfully complete all required new hire onboarding and training in a timely manner, as well as continuing education as required by the company.

Expected starting pay range: $26.20 – $34.93 per hour, based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Roadmaster Drivers School is a Drug‑Free Workplace. Successful completion of a company‑approved pre‑employment drug screen is required of all candidates as part of the hiring process.

Roadmaster Drivers School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.