Yard Instructor: Full-Time

Isupark; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

TMC Transportation in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a part-time Yard Instructor to join our training yard in Ankeny, IA. The role focuses on instructing and evaluating new trainees for over-the-road truck driving, ensuring they master required skills before moving to their own tractor-trailer units.

Qualified applicants will hold a valid Class A CDL with an excellent driving record and pass MVR, background, and Clearinghouse checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of driving experience.
• Ability to communicate with trainees in a learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, evaluate, and prepare new trainees for over-the-road truck driving.
• Conduct instruction and hands-on training related to commercial driving.

Skills

Teaching / coaching

Clear communication

Job description

Overview

TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you’re seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.

Opportunity

TMC Transportation has an immediate part-time opening for a Yard Instructor working out of our training yard in Ankeny, IA. Class A CDL REQUIRED - must be able to pass MVR, background and Clearinghouse.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, evaluate, and prepare new trainees for over-the-road truck driving.
• Conduct instruction and hands-on training related to all aspects of commercial over-the-road truck driving that trainees must master before being released into their own tractor-trailer unit.
• Constructively evaluate trainees and provide feedback.
• Maintain and uphold the TMC Transportation values.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and excellent driving record.
• Must be able to pass MVR, background, and Clearinghouse checks.
• Ability to communicate and interact with trainees in a learning environment.
• Experience backing and operating a tractor-trailer unit in town and confined spaces.