CDL-A - Van Truckload Driver Instructor - Salem, United States - Schneider

    Schneider
    Schneider Salem, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description
    Portland, OR

    Home time:
    Daily

    Experience: 12 months or greater CDL experience

    Job ID: 240980

    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
    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 Portland, OR.

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    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 drives safety first and always, integrity in every action, respect for all and excellence in all we do.
    • Individual development opportunities through company-paid training, active leadership involvement and more than 170 online personal development courses.
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