Van Truckload Driver Instructor
Wilmer, TX
- Home time:
 - Daily
 - Experience:
 - 12 months or greater CDL experience
 - Job ID:
 - 253201
 
Schedule
- Monday through Friday.
 
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.
 - 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
Skills qualifications
- Previous instructor/training experience preferred.
 - Ability to coach and mentor effectively in a team environment.
 - Can demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and the ability and willingness to accept change.
 - Ability to learn, demonstrate and train Schneider’s company policies and procedures.
 - Experience with Word, Excel and other computer-based systems is a plus.
 
Driver qualifications
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
 - DOT physical card.
 - Minimum 12 months of Class A driving experience.
 - Follow and have a knowledge of company policies.
 - Ability to coach and mentor effectively.
 - Live within 50 miles of Wilmer, TX.
 
Still need more experience or have questions about qualifications? Call us at 800-447-7433, and we can talk you through everything.
Additional benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
 - 401(k) savings plan with company match.
 - Tuition reimbursement.
 
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.
 
Hear more about this role from our Driver Instructors
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