Description

Work with the Industry Leader!

As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.
What do we live by? The answer is simple…OUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.

Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Supervise and direct the activities of the Range & Road Instructors and/or Top Gun Facilitators as well as training student drivers with the skills to become licensed commercial drivers.

• Supervise, motivate, train and lead Range & Road Instructors and/or Top Gun Facilitators.
• Ensure performance reviews and progress reviews are completed in a timely manner.
• Handle staff problems as needed.
• Develop staff improvement plans while promoting Instructor retention.
• Direct the activities of the instructors assigning range and/or road duties as needed.
• Conduct training courses as needed.
• Train and test drivers on the skills of starting and stopping on grade.
• Ensure a basic knowledge with drivers in dealing with intersections, urban/rural sections, expressways, bridge underpasses, etc.
• Engage in on going education relating to teaching skills as part of faculty improvement to maintain post-secondary Education requirements of the state the Academy is licensed in.
• As directed, complete CVTA modules annually.
• May instruct new CDL holders in driving techniques with the use of tractor simulations that replicate over the road training and backing.
• May work closely with Top Gun leadership to develop additional simulator content and suggest improvements.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 2+ years truck driving experience required.
• 1+ Road and Range Instructor experience with prior management experience; or 2 years Road and Range Instructor experience without prior management experience required.
• Third party tester or CVTA Master Level Instructor preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates preferred.
• As required, must be able to obtain additional endorsements within 90 days of notification.
• Must possess exceptional communication skills.
• Must be able to handle changing priorities.
• Must possess strong problem solving skills.

Pay Range: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annual

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.