Truck Driver Classroom Instructor

For over three decades, Smokey Point Distributing has been focused on serving our customers' needs by exceeding expectations. As a company under the Daseke umbrella, we know what it means to work together as a family to get the job done. Our core values focus on continuous improvement and serving our customers' needs.

Daily, you will work with new drivers to facilitate their onboarding, direct classes, and answer questions that arise. You will collaborate with a wide array of personnel to ensure that all classes and learning objectives are completed as scheduled.

You are an organized individual who understands the importance of managing a schedule. You are experienced in directing groups of individuals to complete assigned tasks and learning objectives. You enjoy learning and are comfortable being the go-to for a wide variety of questions. You are seeking an opportunity that will allow you to work with a world-class team!

• Facilitate the successful onboarding of new drivers by managing orientation classes and ensuring adherence to the distributed schedule.
• Administer and evaluate road tests, quizzes, and securement.
• Coach, educate, and regulate orientation processes regarding safety procedures, DOT compliance, FMCSA regulations, CMV operation, securement, trailer loading and operation, and tarping.
• Ensure the timely completion of orientation documentation and advise new drivers of applicable policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.

• Phenomenal communication that will foster a positive learning environment with a variety of personalities.
• Proven ability to teach and adapt teaching styles to work with varying learning styles.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Prior experience in a role with public speaking in groups of approximately 10 people.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Employment is contingent upon completion of the SPD employment process (including a background check).

• 1+ year(s) of experience within the transportation industry.
• Active Class A CDL License.
• Previous experience securing flatbed freight including the tarping of dynamic freight.

• Salary: $21.63 - $26.44 per hour, decided based on experience.
• Schedule: Full-time on-site; Monday - Friday.

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life.
• Additional Health Benefits: Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Retirement: 401(k) with a 4% match.
• Paid Time Off: Two weeks of vacation and paid sick leave.
• New Facility: Equipped with a small on-site gym and free parking.

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