Van Truckload Driver Instructor

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 06:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Job overview

• Be accountable for coaching, mentoring and on-boarding new driver associates while they are in training.
• Be responsible for teaching and evaluating the skills needed to be successful driver associates.
• Perform hands-on training both in the classroom and in the truck.
• Cover critical components of training, including safety, hours of service, trip-planning, workflow, tablet, policies and procedures.
• Act as a safety advocate and driver retention ambassador for the organization.
• Prepare new drivers for a safe and rewarding career with Schneider.

Job duties

• Demonstrate and teach driving skills and techniques that align with Schneider Training Academy guidelines and training materials.
• Facilitate on the job, in-truck training on the electronic tablet and Schneider’s workflow system.
• Recognize and correct unsafe driving habits.
• Provide verbal and written feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Evaluate and provide updates on candidates who are not meeting expected levels of ability within set timelines.
• Complete annual Schneider instructor re-certification process and continually meet DOT requirements.
• Utilize and assign electronic computer-based training to driver students.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and the scope of the job may change based on business demands, which could include hauling freight as needed.
• Exhibit professional behavior that aligns with Schneider values and standards.

Pay and bonus potential

• Competitive starting annual salary (range only listed as per state requirements, ex: CA).
• Bi-monthly paychecks.
• Annual profit-sharing bonuses available.
• Paid vacation time available immediately after starting.

*Based on CDL driver experience, performance and location