The primary role of Driving Academy's Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Driving Instructor is to ensure that our students are given the highest quality education in preparation for their CDL road test. You will be working hands on with students at our training yard to help them perfect their pre-trip/in-cab inspection, parking maneuvers, road driving skills, and operate a vehicle safely in accordance with applicable laws in all outdoor conditions.
We are the Driving Academy, we provide affordable, state-approved classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons for people who are aspiring to earn a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to help our students get on the Road to Freedom by earning their CDL! We are Accountable and Results Oriented in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core value of having Integrity is the backbone of our business and guides our hiring process.
Instructs students in the skills needed to operate CDL vehicles, such as tractor trailers and busesTeaches students how to park CDL vehicles using a variety of different methods: with or without attached trailers, straight back, offset to the right and left, and parallel to the right and leftEnsure students are familiar with controls, gauges, and components of CDL vehiclesTeaches students how to conduct pre-trip and in-cab inspections in preparation for CDL testingPrepares materials for simulator program lessons, assignments and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performanceTracks and assigns student time in the vehiclesCollaborates with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and proceduresConducts routine inspections on vehicles including adding/refueling vehicles; ensures more specialized maintenance and repairs are performedMaintains required paperwork for individual student/yard files and other necessary recordsMove vehicles from one location to another in training yardProvide instruction on how to safely operate a CDL Vehicle in city traffic, highway driving, residential driving, and rural driving.Oversees students as they learn to safely and properly operate a vehicle on public roadwaysExplains safe steering, braking, and turning techniques; covers defensive driving techniquesDemonstrates how to handle skids and other driving emergenciesTeaches students the state's vehicle laws, including speed limits, driver rights of way, pedestrian rights, accident reporting, and insurance regulationsFamiliarize students with highway markings, signs, and signalsIntroduces basic concepts of vehicle maintenanceAdministers tests related to materials covered in the curriculumPerforms other related duties as assigned The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role, but are not necessarily all inclusive.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Extensive knowledge of CDL vehicle operation and vehicle lawsAbility to be patient and remain calm when riding with a student driverKnowledge of CDL vehicle components and their purposesAbility to teach students the principles of operating a vehicle EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent requiredValid Commercial Driver's License and clean driving record requiredClass A License PreferredTwo years of relevant experienceFluency in English and Spanish RequiredTeaching or law enforcement background desirable Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAbility to climb in and out of trucks and busesProlonged ability to standProlonged periods of riding in a vehiclePhysical ability to operate a vehicleAbility to look beneath trucks and busesAbility to see near and far detailsMust be able to lift at least 25 pounds at a timePerform work with OSHA required PPE; Including COVID19 PPE Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements $21 - $25 per hourMonthly bonus available Health Insurance StipendBonus PayPaid HolidaysPaid Vacation DaysPaid Sick Days401(k) with matchingEmployee DiscountProfessional Training & Development Opportunities COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Driving Academy recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.
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