Local CDL Class A Instructor Trainer | Home-Every-Night

160 Driving Academy; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental (shared expense)

Paid vacation

Relocation benefit

Referral bonus

Branded gear and yard laptops

Career path to Lead/Regional roles

Job summary

160 Driving Academy is seeking a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer to teach students from pre-trip inspection through the CDL exam, both in the yard and on the road. You will be based at a designated yard, collaborating with fellow instructors and a Lead Instructor to maintain a high standard of training.

The role emphasizes hands-on, local work with retirement of long-haul life and requires reliability, safety focus, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school graduation certificate or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 24 months of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience.
• The state of license must match the applying location.
• Manual transmission experience — licensed to operate and teach.
• Background check clearance required.

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.
• Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable
• Cover for other instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Mentoring/coaching

Reliability & punctuality

Education

High school graduation certificate or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

160 Driving Academy is seeking a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer to teach students from pre-trip inspection through the CDL exam, both in the yard and on the road. You will be based at a designated yard, collaborating with fellow instructors and a Lead Instructor to maintain a high standard of training.

The role emphasizes hands-on, local work with retirement of long-haul life and requires reliability, safety focus, and strong communication.