CDL-A - Van Truckload Driver Instructor

Company: Schneider
Location: Mesa
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Van Truckload Driver Instructor Home time: Daily Experience: 12 months or greater CDL experience Schedule - Monday through Friday, 0630-1630. 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 Phoenix, AZ. 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 Schneider uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired associates. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Job Company Driver Schedule FULLTIME Sign On Bonus PI282440393

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