Department:

Stevens Driving Academy

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:The CDL Instructoris responsible forproviding instruction for classroom courses, road and range training, defensive driving, and other applicable training / re-training activities for students to obtain their commercial driving license.Stevens Transport provides CDL training and job placement for drivers looking to begin a new career and leading continuing education/re-training for seasoned drivers.

We are looking for positive and energetic individuals to educate and train students to be safe and defensive drivers. You are great at explaining concepts and find purpose in drawing on personal experiences to relate the material presented.

This is not an OTR position. You will be home every day.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Key Responsibilities

Teaching student drivers how and where to diagnose vehicle malfunctions through pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections
Observing over-the-road skills (backing, lane control, axle weights, etc.)
Instructing how to use anauto transmission in different driving conditions (highway, city, night vs. day, inclement weather, etc.)
Showing how to use on-board vehicle communication and routing systems
Emphasizing (and re-emphasizing!) the importance of safety
Evaluating progress and grading students throughout the program
Maintaining student files in compliance with company and regulatory standards
Providing exceptional customer service to all students

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications

Active CDL (Class A) license
Clean drug screen, background, and motor vehicle records
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Effective communication and presentation skills
Patient and sensitive to the learning needs of others
Sensible judgement and capable of handling changing priorities with flexibility

Preferred Qualifications:

Basic computer skills
Classroom and range demonstration

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Driving and managing a tractor trailer
Vehicle control
Backing
Pre-trip inspections
On-road driving
Lane changes
Turning
Braking
Record maintenance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Exposure to changing temperatures and inclement weather
Ability to stretch, bend, move freely during training exercises

Work Experience:

3+ years of recent verifiable OTR driving experience within the last 10 years

Workshift:

Education:

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified candidates are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.

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