Yard Instructor

Tmc Transportation, Inc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TMC Transportation, Inc. is seeking a Yard Instructor to support the onboarding of new trainees for over-the-road truck driver positions. You will lead instruction, oversee evaluations, and prepare trainees for their tractor-trailer assignments.

Ideal candidates have a Class A CDL, an excellent driving record, hands-on driving experience, and proven ability to communicate in a learning environment. You will train and mentor in-town and confined-space backing and vehicle operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate and interact with trainees in a learning environment.
• Must hold and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Excellent driving record.
• Prior driving experience.
• Experience backing and operating a tractor-trailer unit in town and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conduct instruction and hands-on training related to all aspects of commercial over-the-road truck driving that trainees are required to master before being released into their own tractor-trailer unit.
• Constructively evaluate trainees and give feedback.
• Maintain and upholding the TMC Transportation values.

Skills

CDL Class A

Driving experience

Effective communication

Job description

Job Description:

The primary function of a Yard Instructor is to assist in instruction, evaluation, and preparations of new trainees for the over-the-road truck driver positions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct instruction and hands-on training related to all aspects of commercial over-the-road truck driving that trainees are required to master before being released into their own tractor-trailer unit
• Constructively evaluate trainees and give feedback
• Maintain and uphold the TMC Transportation values

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

• Ability to communicate and interact with trainees in a learning environment.
• Must hold and maintain a valid Class “A” Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Excellent driving record.
• Prior driving experience.
• Experience backing and operating a tractor-trailer unit in town and confined spaces.

TMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.