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Van Truckload Driver Instructor

Phoenix, AZ

Home time:
Daily
Experience:
12 months or greater CDL experience
Job ID:
250409

Job responsibilities

  • Coach, mentor and onboard new drivers.
  • Perform hands-on training in the classroom and in the truck.
  • Train drivers on safety, hours of service, trip-planning, workflow, tablet, policies and procedures.
  • Act as a safety advocate and driver retention ambassador for the organization.
  • Teach driving skills that align with Schneider’s guidelines and materials.
  • Show drivers how to use Schneider’s electronic tablets and workflow system.
  • Provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
  • Evaluate and provide updates on candidates who are not meeting expectations.
  • Prepare drivers for a safe and rewarding career at Schneider.

Pay and bonus potential

  • Competitive starting annual salary.
  • Salaried pay.
  • Bi-monthly paychecks.
  • Annual profit-sharing bonuses.
  • Paid time off and paid vacation available immediately after starting.

*Based on CDL driver experience, performance and location

Skills qualifications

  • Previous instructor or training experience preferred.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
  • Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude.
  • Able to learn, demonstrate and train Schneider’s company policies and procedures.

Driver qualifications

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • DOT physical card.
  • Minimum 12 months of Class A driving experience.
  • Live within 50 miles of Phoenix, AZ.

Still need more experience or have questions about qualifications? Call us at 800-447-7433, and we can talk you through everything.

Additional benefits

More reasons to choose Schneider

  • Resilient, values-based culture that prioritizes safety, integrity, respect and excellence.
  • Individual development opportunities through company-paid training, active leadership involvement and more than 170 online personal development courses.

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