Driver Training Clerk Job Details

Job Description

Posting Start Date: 7/8/26

Job Title: Driver Training Clerk
Job Location: Des Plaines-USA-60016
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $16.03 - 23.52 per hour

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, the Driver Training Clerk is responsible for delivering driver training in compliance with Federal and State regulations, maintaining accurate records of all activity, and fostering an encouraging learning environment. This position will work directly with Driver Training Supervisors and new drivers that join the company. Driver training Clerks must possess great attention to detail and have strong organizational skills. This position is very hands on and requires constant driver engagement.

Main Accountabilities

•Conduct driver-facing training in classroom, one-on-one, and in a driving environment
•Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, i.e., role-playing, simulations, team exercise, group discussions, and videos
•Maintain accurate records of attendance, class completions, evaluations, and coaching sessions in the appropriate systems
•Perform safety-related functions including, but not limited to, accident reviews and skills and behavior assessments
•Include course work to cover quarter training, backing, injury prevention, and pre- and post-trip inspection
•Coach/Counsel drivers in collaboration with Operations and Safety for violations of DOT Regulations, FMCSR, and safety standards
•Obtain and organize procedure manuals, guides, or course materials such as handouts or visual materials
•Maintain all classroom technology and equipment including, but not limited to, computers, projectors, screens, etc.
•Any other job duties and responsibilities that are relevant to the position or asked to execute upon

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Required Skills
•Experience in training and coaching

•Strong presentation and classroom instruction, and facilitation skills
•Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner
•Ability to maintain an appropriate professional presence

Desired Skills

•Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws
•Skilled in operating an articulated vehicle up to 26’ in length
•Expertise in Pre-Trips, Driver Safety and Executing Driver Training Programs

•CDL Class B is preferred, not required.

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.