Truck Driver Trainer

Ancora Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Flexible hours

Job summary

A leading educational institution in San Antonio is seeking a Truck Driver Trainer to conduct CDL training for students. The role involves teaching crucial driving skills while maintaining a safe learning environment. Candidates must have a valid CDL and at least 3 years of on-the-road experience. This position promotes professional growth and is essential in shaping future drivers. Join us to inspire confidence and help students achieve their licensing goals.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required for the position.
• At least 3 years of verifiable on-the-road experience within the last 5 years.
• Must pass MVR and background check, including drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Teach students to acquire their CDL Class-A License.
• Maintain a safe learning environment.
• Deliver instructional material effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of pre-trip inspections

Ability to instruct driving conditions

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Motivated and dedicated

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

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Base Pay Range

$22.00/hr – $25.00/hr

Teach what you love and be home every night for dinner. There is life after driving! Teach our students so they can acquire their CDL Class-A License!!

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for all driver training functions for the CDL training program at the local campus. The CDL Driver Trainer will have proven longevity in the field, excellent communication skills, and possess physical, intellectual, and leadership ability to perform duties over the road, maneuvering range, and in classroom instruction. The CDL Driver Trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Education, Regional Director, Program Director, Lead Trainer, or their designee.

Key Responsibilities

• Promotes and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of all school policies, and adheres to and upholds their implementation and enforcement.
• Convenes all assigned classes at their start and end times.
• Maintains a safe environment for all students, faculty, and staff.
• Safeguards materials, records, and equipment.
• Abides by all federal, state, and accreditation/compliance rules and regulations.
• Serves as a professional role model to students.
• Inspires student confidence in school, faculty, and self.
• Maintains professional dress and demeanor.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff.
• Maintains an attitude of enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate and collaborate.
• Interacts with students and fellow employees in a courteous, professional, and positive manner.
• Treats students with fairness, impartiality, and objectivity.
• Provides advance notification regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during the time of substitute assignment.
• Fulfills administrative responsibilities, maintaining accurate, up-to-date records of student progress, performance, and attendance.
• Delivers instructional material: trains students in all areas of trucking/driving, administers written tests, conducts pre‑trip inspections of commercial motor vehicles, and teaches air‑brake tests, straight‑line backing, offset backing, 45‑degree alley‑docking, and parallel parking.
• Utilizes effective delivery skills (e.g., eye contact, voice intonation, questioning techniques) and draws on personal experiences to relate the material presented.
• Maintains the ability to stand, walk, and climb in trucks, and lift up to 50 lbs for 8–10 hours.

Minimum Experience Required

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the class level required for the position.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of verifiable on‑the‑road experience within the last 5 years.
• Pass MVR and background check, including drug screening.
• Pass DOT physical and drug screen.
• Maintain a valid Medical Examiner Certificate and pass DOT drug tests upon hire and on an ongoing basis, when applicable.
• Pass the road test, as applicable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of procedures for pre‑trip inspections, air‑brake tests, and CDL driving essentials.
• Ability to instruct shifting patterns across various driving conditions.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to maintain vehicle equipment.
• Motivated, dedicated, professional, and enthusiastic about teaching.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of adult learners.
• Attend new faculty orientation before the first term of employment.
• Embrace the school’s mission and inspire students to achieve at the highest level.
• Commit to staying current with industry standards and requirements.
• Facilitate learning of instructional content in the field of instruction.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers.

Legal and Employment Information

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This posting does not qualify to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for those who do not meet the work authorization requirements for employment in the U.S.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Ancora Education is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.