In-House Driver Trainer

Dot-Foods,-Inc; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Benefits package

Job summary

Dot Foods, Inc. is seeking an In-House Driver Trainer to prepare and conduct training programs for current drivers and new hires, supporting the Driver Training Program at all locations in this on-site role.

The position requires a Class A CDL with hazardous endorsement (or willingness to obtain), a safe driving record, and strong communication, planning, and teamwork abilities. Occasional travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with hazardous endorsement or willingness to obtain within 6 months.
• Safe driving record.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assign new drivers to trainers and monitor progress with Transportation management.
• Conduct recurrent accident and FHWA Hours of Service training.
• Maintain driver training curriculum and develop course materials and tests.
• Assist with pre-hire road trip evaluations.
• Coordinate OSHA driver power equipment training and certifications for compliance.
• Support job fairs, recruiting programs, and safety awareness in the community.
• Apply lean thinking to identify and eliminate waste in the position.

Skills

CDL with Haz Endorsement

Safe driving record

Independent work

Verbal & written communication

Planning & Organization

Job description

Job Category: Transportation (Non-Driver)

Requisition Number: DRIVE002807

• Posted : September 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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University Park, IL 60484, USA

Description

Location: University Park, IL

Department: Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI)

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Salary Range: $64,479 to $96,718 annually, plus bonus opportunity

As an In-House Driver Trainer, you will prepare and conduct training programs for current Dot Transportation, Inc. drivers and newly hired drivers and assist with the Driver Training Program at all locations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assign new drivers to driver trainers and monitor the progress of new drivers in coordination with local Transportation management.
• Conduct recurrent accident training & Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Hours of Service training.
• Maintain driver training curriculum and develop course materials and evaluation testing.
• Assist with pre-hire road trip evaluations.
• Coordinate/conduct all OSHA required driver power equipment training and certifications for compliance.
• Assists with job fairs, recruiting programs, and safety awareness in the community.
• Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Class A CDL with hazardous endorsement or willingness to obtain within 6 months
• A safe driving record
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Professional training, teaching or instructing experience

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Travel – Occasional overnight travel to internal events and trainings. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods, a pioneer in the food industry supply chain, created Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) in 1994 to transport product. Our fleet has since grown to over 1,800 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. As we’ve grown, we haven’t lost sight of caring for our best-in-class drivers. We’ve had zero layoffs in our company’s history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

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