Position: Fleet Orientation Instructor (CDL Required) Job Description: The Fleet Orientation Instructor is responsible for educating new Independent Contractors and their drivers with the knowledge, training and coaching of all facets of DOT, FMCSA, Forward Air commercial vehicle safety policies, and operational procedures. This will be accomplished through classroom lectures, demonstrations and/or hands on training. Instructor must be high energy, have a positive nature, and passionate about teaching and communicating their knowledge and experience. The Fleet Orientation Instructor is a key role within our fleet orientation department and will report to the Manager of Fleet Orientation. Core Responsibilities & Duties: + Welcome all orientation guests with a smile and positivity to ensure they feel included and valued from Day 1 + Collect of all required classroom required documents, tests, and other materials, and submit them to the appropriate departments + Instruct orientation guests on how to operate the vehicle simulator, and evaluate their performance + Identify orientation guests who may need to qualify with an official road test (ability to administer live road test is a plus) + Determine orientation guests who may require additional training or instruction + Deliver coaching all facets of Forward Air Commercial Vehicle safety policies + Partner with the orientation manager, recruiting manager, and recruiters to identify at risk drivers + Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending and participating in appropriate training + Understand Federal Hours of Service regulations + Keep up to date on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices + Advocate for and promote safety among all drivers + Other duties as assigned Qualifications: + Demonstrated experience in training, instruction, or education within an adult learning environment, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry + Familiarity with or willingness to become familiar with DOT & FMCSA regulations related to commercial motor vehicle driver qualifications + Deliver high quality instruction to drivers through demonstration of our company core values + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Responsible for maintaining course standards, training requirements, and ensuring objectives are met + Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image in a fast-paced environment + Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments + Must be comfortable using Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. + Must be willing to work a flexible schedule + Skilled in prioritizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, and effectively managing time Skills: + The ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic + Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment + Experience with Omnitracs ELD is a plus + Experience with Luma is a plus + Class A CDL license required Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer. #IND About Us Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base. Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry. Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication About the Team