New Driver Instructor

Knight Transportation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Knight Transportation is seeking an instructor to train new drivers in hands-on driving techniques and in-cab systems, supporting safety and compliance during onboarding. You will deliver classroom sessions on FMCSA rules, company policies, and essential procedures to ensure new drivers meet standards before entering service.

The role requires CDL qualifications, strong communication, and the ability to work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 2+ years' OTR experience required unless state law requires additional years of experience.
• Must qualify as a Class A CDL driver by meeting company requirements.
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) road test and maintain PTDI/CVTA standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on instruction on foundational driving techniques and backing.
• Conduct classroom-based training on FMCSA, company safety expectations and policies.
• Explain how to record Hours of Service (HOS) with ELD and how to perform DVIRs.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Job description

Work with the Industry Leader!

As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.

What do we live by? The answer is simple…OUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.

Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Incumbents provide new drivers with the hands‑on instruction on all essential driver skills through training and repetition. In addition, incumbents provide new drivers with practical guidance related to in‑cab systems and telematics equipment, professional expectations and safe decision making.

• Provide hands‑on instruction on foundational driving techniques such as close quarters maneuvering and backing.
• Conduct classroom‑based training on Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), company safety expectations and policies.
• Through classroom instruction and hands‑on training, ensure new drivers have solid understanding of essential driver knowledge which includes how to record Hours of Service (HOS) using an Electronic Logging Device (ELD), how to conduct and complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR), how to ensure cargo is secure and safe driving practices.
• Utilize learning stations, telematic tools, technology platforms, company equipment and other resources to provide each new driver student with a complete overview of company resources.
• Coordinate with appropriate departments to ensure qualified candidates enter the program and receive appropriate onboarding support.
• Actively support teammates and contribute to the achievement of organizational goals.
• Complete daily proficiency documentation for each student and submit to program leadership for review.
• Provide an evaluation of each student's driving techniques and basic comprehension of essential driver knowledge upon completion of instruction.
• Proactively works to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 2+ years' OTR experience required unless state law requires additional years of experience.
• Must be able to qualify as a Class A CDL driver by meeting company requirements including, but not limited to:
• Must have fewer than 3 moving violations within a 5 year period (no more than 1 within 12 months).
• Must have fewer than 2 suspensions within 3yrs (this excludes child support).
• Must have no history of a DUI or DWI within the last 5yrs or 1 within the last 15yrs.
• Must have fewer than 2 preventable accidents within 5 yrs.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) road test.
• Must have appropriate state certification as a CDL Examiner if tasked with administering exams.
• Previous driving experience with KNX company preferred.
• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to be on feet on hard surfaces for majority of shift.
• Must be able to handle changing priorities.
• Must possess exceptional communication skills.
• Must be self‑motivated.
• 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 Professional Truck driver Institute (PTDI) and Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) standards and complete a minimum of two American Association for Vocational School modules annually.

Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annual

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.