CDL Driver
Saginaw, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Saginaw, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Traverse City, MI · On-site
$21.15 - $26.92/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Traverse City, MI · On-site
$21.15 - $26.92/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
West Olive, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
West Olive, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Traverse City, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Traverse City, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Plymouth, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Plymouth, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Wayne, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Wayne, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Monroe, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Monroe, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Williamsburg, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Williamsburg, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
West Olive, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
West Olive, MI · On-site
$23.51 - $29.90/hr
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
For recent graduates: must be a top-performing student with strong instructor recommendation * * Clean MVR * * No SAP or failed drug screens * * No CDL suspensions or revocations * * Able to pass DOT ...
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For recent graduates: must be a top-performing student with strong instructor recommendation * * Clean MVR * * No SAP or failed drug screens * * No CDL suspensions or revocations * * Able to pass DOT ...
CDL Driver
Wayne, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
CDL Driver
Wayne, MI · On-site
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports ...
Cdl Instructor information
See Michigan salary details
$12.78 - $14.36
1% of jobs
$14.36 - $15.94
4% of jobs
$15.94 - $17.52
15% of jobs
$17.90 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.52 - $19.10
19% of jobs
The median wage is $20.04 / hr.
$19.10 - $20.69
17% of jobs
$20.69 - $22.27
16% of jobs
$22.50 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$22.27 - $23.85
13% of jobs
$23.85 - $25.43
8% of jobs
$25.43 - $27.01
3% of jobs
$27.01 - $28.59
1% of jobs
$28.59 - $30.17
2% of jobs
$12
$21
$30
How much do cdl instructor jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for cdl instructor in Michigan is $21.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $23.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the common challenges CDL instructors face when training new drivers, and how can they be addressed?
CDL Instructors often encounter challenges such as varying skill levels among students, language barriers, and ensuring that all trainees understand and adhere to safety regulations. Managing a classroom with diverse backgrounds requires strong communication and adaptability. To address these challenges, instructors typically use a combination of hands-on demonstrations, clear instructions, and individualized coaching. Additionally, fostering a supportive learning environment helps students feel comfortable asking questions and making progress at their own pace.
What is the difference between Cdl Instructor vs Truck Driver?
| Aspect | Cdl Instructor | Truck Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Required Certifications | Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Instructor Certification | Commercial Driver's License (CDL) |
| Work Environment | Training schools, classrooms, driving ranges | On the road, freight yards, delivery routes |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Training institutions, trucking schools | Transportation companies, freight carriers |
While both roles require a CDL license, a Cdl Instructor focuses on teaching and training new drivers in a classroom or controlled environment, whereas a Truck Driver operates commercial vehicles on the road for transportation and delivery. The instructor role emphasizes education and safety training, while the driver role emphasizes logistics and operational skills.
What is a CDL instructor?
CDL Instructors are professional trainers who teach students how to safely operate commercial motor vehicles, such as trucks and buses, in order to obtain their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). They provide both classroom instruction on regulations, safety, and vehicle systems, as well as hands-on training behind the wheel. CDL Instructors are responsible for preparing students to pass written and skills exams required by state and federal agencies. Their role is crucial in ensuring new drivers are competent and compliant with transportation laws.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CDL instructor, and why are they important?
To thrive as a CDL Instructor, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), extensive driving experience, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial vehicle operation, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and training aids or simulators is essential. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to provide constructive feedback are key soft skills for effectively teaching diverse learners. These skills ensure that future commercial drivers are trained safely and competently, supporting public safety and regulatory compliance.
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Re-posted 21 days ago
SRS Distribution rating
7.6
Based on 95 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
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Job description
Position Purpose:
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports operational efficiency and fosters strong customer relationships through professionalism, teamwork, and responsiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
Physical Requirements:
CDL Drivers must be physically capable of long hours of driving and handling materials up to 100 lbs. Responsibilities include loading/unloading with forklifts or manually, working in varied weather and noisy environments, and reading job-related documents in English. SRS provides reasonable accommodations and promotes a diverse, inclusive workplace.
Working Conditions:
CDL Drivers must manage long hours, fast-paced schedules, and varying weather conditions while traveling within a 200-mile radius-no overnight stays. The role involves safe, timely deliveries, on-site coordination, and occasional yard support. Success requires adaptability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and customer service.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Location:
SRS Building Products - Saginaw
3460 Bay Rd. Saginaw, MI 48603
As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.
Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.
Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.
The CDL Driver at SRS ensures safe, timely delivery of building materials to job sites, verifies inventory, follows safety protocols, and maintains high service standards. This role supports operational efficiency and fosters strong customer relationships through professionalism, teamwork, and responsiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate Class A/B vehicles within a 200-mile radius, following DOT regulations with no overnight travel.
- Conduct thorough vehicle inspections, verify inventory accuracy, and ensure secure, damage-free deliveries.
- Assess job site conditions to prevent hazards, collaborate with customers for material placement, and document deliveries with photos per company policy.
- Support yard operations and uphold OSHA safety standards to maintain a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.
Physical Requirements:
CDL Drivers must be physically capable of long hours of driving and handling materials up to 100 lbs. Responsibilities include loading/unloading with forklifts or manually, working in varied weather and noisy environments, and reading job-related documents in English. SRS provides reasonable accommodations and promotes a diverse, inclusive workplace.
Working Conditions:
CDL Drivers must manage long hours, fast-paced schedules, and varying weather conditions while traveling within a 200-mile radius-no overnight stays. The role involves safe, timely deliveries, on-site coordination, and occasional yard support. Success requires adaptability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and customer service.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have a valid CDL Class A or B with air brakes endorsement and a clean driving record.
- Requires experience in commercial driving, knowledge of DOT/OSHA regulations, and ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
- Must operate forklifts/Moffett's safely, work in varied conditions, and communicate effectively in English. Candidates must be 18+ (21 for interstate/hazmat), pass background checks, drug tests, and E-Verify.
- High school diploma or GED required. SRS supports ADA accommodations and values diversity and inclusion.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preferred qualifications include a Hazmat endorsement, strong vehicle maintenance skills, experience with multi-drop deliveries, and familiarity with fleet management systems. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, and multilingual abilities are a plus for enhancing customer communication.
Job Location:
SRS Building Products - Saginaw
3460 Bay Rd. Saginaw, MI 48603
As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.
Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.
Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.
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Industry
Construction materials wholesalers
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
McKinney, TX, US
Year founded
2008