CDL Driving Instructor / Safety Trainer - Motorcoach

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Starr Bus Charter & Tours is hiring a CDL Driving Instructor & Safety Trainer — $65K–$75K, Fairless Hills, PA. Train the next generation of professional motorcoach drivers at a 3rd-generation, family-owned company serving the Mid-Atlantic since 1947. PUT YOUR EXPERIENCE TO WORK — DEVELOP THE NEXT GENERATION OF PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS For nearly 80 years, Starr Bus Charter & Tours has been recognized for safe, reliable, and professional motorcoach transportation throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York. Our reputation is built on great drivers — and we need someone who can help us build the next generation of them. We're looking for an experienced CDL Driving Instructor & Safety Trainer who is passionate about safety, coaching, and helping others succeed. If you've built a successful career behind the wheel and enjoy mentoring others — or you come from a teaching or corporate training background and hold a CDL — we'd like to talk with you. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS $65,000 – $75,000 annual salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Company-paid life insurance Paid vacation and holidays Stable, full-time, year-round employment Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development WHAT YOU'LL DO Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel CDL training for newly hired drivers Deliver training in accordance with Starr standards, FMCSA regulations, and industry best practices Evaluate driver performance and provide coaching, mentorship, and constructive feedback Conduct road evaluations and skills assessments Provide refresher, remedial, and safety-focused training for current drivers as needed Reinforce defensive driving techniques, passenger safety practices, and customer service expectations Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, ELDT, and state licensing requirements Maintain accurate training records Support driver development initiatives Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement WHO WILL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE Takes pride in developing people and watching them grow Leads by example, on and off the road Believes safety is non-negotiable, no exceptions Wants to leave the industry better than they found it Comes from any background — motorcoach, trucking, school transportation, transit, or driver training — and brings that perspective to the team REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent Valid CDL Class A, CDL Class B license with Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience Minimum 2 years of training, coaching, or instructional experience Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to teach and coach adult learners effectively Flexible availability including occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends Ability to pass a DOT physical examination Ability to pass required drug and alcohol screenings Ability to successfully complete all required background checks PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Motorcoach experience Experience training CDL drivers Knowledge of FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations Experience conducting road tests and driver evaluations Safety, compliance, or transportation supervisory experience Background in adult education, corporate training, or instructional design — a strong teaching foundation paired with a valid CDL is a great fit for this role ABOUT STARR BUS CHARTER & TOURS Starr Bus Charter & Tours is a third-generation, family-owned motorcoach company that has been serving the Mid-Atlantic region since 1947. We provide charter, tour, and transportation services to corporations, universities, athletic organizations, and leisure groups across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York. Starr is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.