CDL Trainer

DS Bus Lines; Richfield, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 50.000 - 67.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hiring bonus

8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule

Year-round employment

Zusammenfassung

Transit Team, Inc. in Richfield, MN seeks a CDL Trainer to deliver classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction for CDL applicants and current drivers, preparing them for knowledge tests, pre-trip inspections, and road skills.

This full-time role offers an 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule, year-round work, starting pay of $28.00 per hour and a $3,000 hiring bonus. The trainer will coach, keep records, and cover routes when training demand is low to ensure safe, reliable student transportation.

Qualifikationen

• Valid Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Must have held a Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements for at least two years.
• Strong knowledge of safe commercial and school bus driving practices.
• Ability to communicate instructions clearly and effectively.

Aufgaben

• Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to CDL applicants and drivers.
• Prepare trainees for CDL knowledge, pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, and road skills exams.
• Teach safe school bus operation, defensive driving, and student transportation procedures.
• Evaluate trainee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Maintain training records and driver files.
• Assist with refresher and safety training for drivers.
• Cover routes or field trips when training demand is low.

Kenntnisse

CDL Class B with P&S endorsements

Two years CDL experience

Safety-focused

Clear instruction

Organizational skills

Coaching ability

Jobbeschreibung

## CDL TrainerApply: Richfield: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ-2026-4500Transit Team, Inc.**Compensation & Schedule*** **Starting Pay: $28.00 per hour*** **$3,000 Hiring Bonus*** **Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM*** Consistent eight-hour schedule with **no midday break deducted*** **Year-round work**, including winter, spring, and summer school breaks**Essential Duties & Responsibilities*** Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to CDL applicants and existing drivers.* Prepare trainees for CDL knowledge, pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, and road skills examinations.* Teach and reinforce safe school bus operation, defensive driving, pre-trip inspections, student transportation procedures, and company safety expectations.* Evaluate trainee performance and provide clear, constructive coaching and feedback.* Track trainee progress and communicate concerns or additional training needs to management.* Maintain accurate and organized training records, documentation, and driver training files.* Assist with refresher, remedial, and safety training for existing drivers.* Maintain an organized training schedule and ensure required documentation is completed accurately and on time.* Maintain a professional, positive, and supportive learning environment.* Serve as a positive example of safe driving, professionalism, attendance, and customer service.* Cover school bus routes, field trips, and other driving assignments when training demand is low.* Perform other training and transportation-related duties as assigned.**Minimum Qualifications*** Valid **Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)** with **Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements**.* Must have held a Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements for a **minimum of two years**.* Strong knowledge of safe commercial and school bus driving practices.* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.* Ability to maintain accurate records, files, and training documentation.* Ability to communicate instructions clearly and effectively.* Ability to coach individuals with varying levels of driving experience and learning styles.* Professional, dependable, patient, and safety-focused.* Willing and able to operate school buses and cover routes or field trips when needed.* Must meet all applicable DOT, state, company, and school bus driver qualification requirements.**Preferred Qualifications*** Previous experience training, mentoring, or coaching commercial drivers.* Experience providing behind-the-wheel CDL instruction.* Knowledge of Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements and school bus driver training requirements.* Experience maintaining driver qualification or training records.**Why Join Transit Team as a CDL Trainer?*** **Competitive Pay & Hiring Bonus** Start at **$28.00 per hour** and receive a **$3,000 hiring bonus**.* **Stable Schedule** Enjoy a consistent **8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday through Friday** schedule without a midday break deduction.* **Year-Round Employment** Continue working throughout the year, including **winter break, spring break, and summer break**.* **Make an Impact** Help new drivers develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to safely transport students.* **Variety in Your Workday** Combine classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, coaching, administrative responsibilities, and driving assignments. The CDL Trainer plays a critical role in building a strong culture of safety and developing professional drivers who are prepared to provide safe, reliable transportation for the students and communities we serve.