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CDL-A Truck Driver Training Specialist

R.E. West, Inc.
Bowling Green, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/31/2026
Job Description:
R.E. West Transportation is Hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver Training Specialists!
This is a truck driver training position. You’ll spend your time on the road teaching, coaching, and mentoring new CDL-A truck drivers as they prepare for successful careers with R.E. West Transportation.
You may qualify through either previous truck driver training experience or extensive OTR truck driving experience:
  • 2 years of OTR truck driving experience AND previous truck driver training experience, OR
  • 4 years of OTR truck driving experience and a willingness to become a truck driver trainer—no previous training experience required

If you’re an experienced CDL-A truck driver who is ready to move into a training-focused role, R.E. West Transportation wants to hear from you.
Earn an average of $1,635 per week, plus a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000!
What You’ll Do as a CDL-A Truck Driver Training Specialist
  • Provide hands-on, behind-the-wheel instruction to new CDL-A truck drivers
  • Coach new truck drivers on safe driving practices, trip planning, equipment operation, company procedures, and DOT compliance
  • Evaluate truck driver trainee performance and provide ongoing feedback
  • Help new truck drivers build the skills and confidence needed to succeed
  • Serve as a mentor and positive example throughout the truck driver training process
  • Share living quarters in the truck with trainees while providing over-the-road instruction

CDL-A Truck Driver Training Specialist Pay & Benefits
  • Earn an average of $1,635 per week
  • Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus
  • Flexible home time
  • All miles paid
  • Special bonuses for military veterans
  • Rapid reviews for new hires
  • Late-model Freightliners, Macks, and Internationals
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation
  • Referral bonuses
  • Rider policy
  • Pet policy

Job Requirements:
CDL-A Truck Driver Training Specialist Requirements
  • Valid CDL-A
  • 2 years of OTR driving experience with previous training experience OR 4 years of OTR driving experience and a willingness to train
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Must pass a DOT physical and drug screen
  • No misdemeanors or DUIs within the past 10 years
  • Clean driving record

R.E. West's CDL-A Driver Training Specialists are a small group of highly skilled, highly motivated professionals with exceptional technical driving ability and the heart of a teacher and mentor. To be considered, you MUST meet the OTR experience requirements stated above.
Wage Range: 65000.00 - 85000.00 per year

Salary : $1,635

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