Top 11 Driver trainer Jobs in Minnesota

Designated Driver Trainer
WM —Mankato, MN
- $22 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Management
- Pass drug screening
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Instructor for CDL Driver Training School
North Central Service Inc —Bemidji, MN
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Behind-the-Wheel Driving Instructor
Safeway Driving School —Richfield, MN
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Fuel card
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Program Instructor | Drivers Education Behind-the-Wheel Teacher| Year round
Elk River Area School District —Elk River, MN
- $51.15 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Teaching Certification
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Driving Instructor
Life Star Driving School LLC —Brooklyn Center, MN
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Classroom
- Clean driving record
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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Driving Instructor
A+ Driving School —Marshall, MN
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Driving Instructor
Accountable Driver Education —Virginia, MN
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Flexible schedule
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Swift Transportation —Columbus, OH
Train and/or evaluate student drivers ensuring they possess the skills to become a licensed commercial driver. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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Driving Instructor
TruckTrailerPro CDL School LLC —Columbus, OH
Qualified candidates without an instructor certification can complete our *paid instructor certification program in just 3–4 weeks*, with all required training…
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Designated Driver Trainer

WM -
Mankato, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 - $31 an hour

Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Commercial truck driving
English
Air Brake Endorsement
Data collection

Full Job Description

I. Job Summary

The Designated Driver Trainer (DDT) is a dual-role position responsible for operating and servicing a route while stepping into the driver trainer role as needed to support new driver onboarding and ongoing development. This position ensures continuity in daily operations while also playing a critical role in training newly hired drivers to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. The Designated Driver Trainer observes and evaluates new drivers' performance, focusing on safe driving habits, defensive driving skills, and adherence to procedures. Additionally, the Designated Driver Trainer provides coaching and targeted training to drivers with safety performance issues, fostering continuous improvement. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, mentorship, and driver development, balancing operational responsibilities with hands-on training when needed.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operates a vehicle specific to the assigned line of business safely and efficiently, servicing routes in compliance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations as well as all local, state and federal laws while performing all standard driver responsibilities, including pre- and post-trip inspections and ensuring timely and effective waste or recycling collection.
Conducts on-the-job training and coaching on proper vehicle operation, defensive driving techniques, and adherence to safety practices for new drivers and retrains drivers who have been re-assigned to new routes, line of business, or drivers having driving performance issues (i.e. Most Help Needed or Multiple Incident Employee).
Observes drivers to assess their ability to safely operate and maneuver a WM vehicle and provides immediate, constructive feedback to ensure proper and consistent safety and performance duties are achieved.
Instructs and reinforces WM SAFETY defensive driving skills, WM Way processes, and OBU tablet usage to drivers.
Keeps accurate records of the driver’s progress, including areas of strength and improvement, completed training tasks, and additional training and coaching recommendations.
Reports driver performance data to the Route Manager and Onboarding Optimization Manager; highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement; recommends additional coaching and training if needed.
Mentors drivers by providing guidance and support as they transition into their roles, helping them develop skills and confidence.
Serves as an ambassador for WM by promoting the company’s values and safety standards, ensuring drivers uphold high performance and compliance expectations.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

2 years of experience operating a WM vehicle requiring a CDL or
2 years equivalent military driving within the last seven (7) years and
2 years equivalent experience in supervising personnel, training or coaching others and
Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A or Class B with an air-brake endorsement.

B. Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Standing
Walking
Lifting
Pushing
Pulling
Crouching
Reaching
Handling
Sitting
Talking
Hearing

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Pay: The expected salary range for this field position is $22.00 - $31.00 per hour. This represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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