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.