CDL TRAINER POSITION

Job description
At LAC Logistics, you'll join a full-service agriculture company with a rich history of success. We pride ourselves on our unique and energetic culture that brings together professionals from a variety of backgrounds into one seamless and committed team.

We offer good pay, steady hours, safety and performance bonus potential, and a full benefits package that includes a 401(k), 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision insurance for employee and 50% paid for family. Also, life insurance, short-term disability, paid vacation, paid holidays, and other benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in starting a career in the agricultural industry.

A CDL Driver Trainer is responsible for teaching new and inexperienced drivers how to operate a commercial vehicle. This may include coupling, backing, city driving, and mountain road driving. The Trainer will develop a training curriculum specific to the company and will be required to keep up-to-date on current driving regulations. They must possess excellent communication skills in order to properly instruct their students.

Safety is always the top priority for at LAC Logistics. They will teach their students defensive driving techniques and instill a strong sense of safety in all aspects of operating a commercial vehicle. In the event of an accident, the trainer will work with the driver to help them understand what went wrong.

Other tasks related to this position:

Preparing and administering training for new and current drivers.
Developing curricula, conducting classes, and overseeing behind-the-wheel training.
Maintaining student records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Assist in developing or updating curriculum and training materials as needed.
Assess student learning needs and tailor instruction accordingly.
Deliver classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and/or web-based learning modules per assigned schedule.
coordinating scheduling of classes and appointments; inspecting training vehicles; maintaining equipment;
Providing accountability and performance feedback to management.
Evaluating students' progress and giving feedback
Training new hires on how to fil out paperwork related to their job
Administering oral and written exams.
Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required
Two plus years of proven experience in commercial truck driving
Clean driving record with no moving violations
Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
Map reading and route planning experience
Self-starter who works well independently
Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
Reliable and dependable work ethic
Able to follow spoken and written instructions in English
Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay
Performance bonus
Trucking driver type:

Company driver
Trucking home time:

Home daily
Trucking route:

Local
Ability to commute/relocate:

Howe, IN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:

Driving (Preferred)
License/Certification:

CDL A (Required)
Work Location: In person