Trainer Jobs in Oregon
Trainer jobs in Oregon draw consistent demand from the state's large healthcare networks, technology sector, and public institutions, with openings at every level from entry-level corporate facilitators to senior learning and development specialists. Portland anchors the majority of postings, followed by Eugene and Bend, where employers like Nike, Providence Health and Services, and Oregon Health and Science University maintain ongoing hiring for training roles. The most sought-after specialties are corporate learning and development, healthcare staff education, and technical skills training. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role
160 Driving Academy is the largest CDL training school in the country — 14 years strong, 90+ locations across 32 states, training roughly 20,000 students a year with an overall 88% average first-time pass rate. Our instructors are why.As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you teach students from their first pre-trip inspection to the day they pass their CDL exam — in the yard, and behind the wheel. You will be based at a designated yard, working alongside a team of instructors and a Lead Instructor. From time to time, you may be asked to fill in at other regional yards when coverage is needed. Keeping your yard clean and presentable — light upkeep such as litter pickup, basic painting, and general tidiness — is part of the role.This is local, hands-on work for experienced Class A drivers ready to trade the long-haul life for a role that keeps you home every night and pays you for outcomes that matter.
Our Compensation
- Opportunity for annual merit increases to hourly wage based on business performance.
- Monthly bonus pool payout: When your yard averages an 80% first-time pass rate, every first-time pass adds $100 to a shared pool, split across the team and paid monthly. Full bonus eligibility requires a 4.7/5 average student rating.
- $100 accident-free bonus for top 15 yards. Additional paid hours for placement fairs and truck care during scheduled downtime.
Our Schedule
- Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30PM for most yards.
- Higher volume yards sometimes run seven days a week, ten hours per day — opening alternative shifts including some four-day work weeks with three days off.
- Occasional fill in at another regional yard. There is a possibility to stay over in a hotel. Per diem paid, and mileage is paid if you are using your own vehicle.
- Students depend on their instructors being present. Reliable, on-time attendance is core to the role.
What You Will Do At 160 Driving Academy
- Teach Class A driving skills using hands-on training in outdoor yards on automatic and manual transmissions.
- Guide students step-by-step through pre-trip inspections, yard maneuvers, and on-road driving.
- Prepare students to pass CDL testing standards on the first attempt.
- Track student attendance and progress; provide additional support when needed.
- Maintain accurate training records, evaluations, and documentation.
- Reporting of all incidents and accidents to your lead and corporate in a timely manner.
- Work closely with fellow instructors and your Lead Instructor to deliver a consistent student experience and follow our defined curriculum.
- Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable
- Cover for other instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies.
- 90-day probationary period to ensure adherence to safety, compliance and curriculum.
- Assist with the transfer of trucks to repair operations and neighboring yards for use.
- Student-centric approach to teaching with ability to exhibit patience and professionalism.
- Ability to climb in/out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.
- Additional requirements that apply specific to the role may be requested.
Our Benefits
- Medical and dental (shared expense).
- Paid vacation: 1 week to start, 2 weeks after year 1, 3 weeks after year 2.
- 8-hour paid day off for a full year of perfect attendance.
- Paid day off for your birthday after 1 year of service (8 hours floating holiday)
- $3,000 relocation benefit for moving to our locations 100+ miles away.
- $500 referral bonus per instructor hire.
- Branded gear (vests, hats, flashlights, gauges) and access to yard laptops.
- Career path: Yard Instructor ? Assistant Lead Instructor ? Lead Instructor ? Regional Manager.
Why Work At 160 Driving Academy?We train the people America runs on. With 90+ yards across 32 states and the highest training volume of any CDL school in the country, we're growing where the industry is growing — which means real career paths for our people, not just our students. If you've spent your career behind the wheel and you're ready to use what you've learned to launch other drivers' careers, we want to talk. 160 Drivers Academy appreciates and supports our nations’ great veterans who are strongly encouraged to apply. We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer160 Driving Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Requirements:Our Required Credentials
- High school graduation certificate or equivalent
- 1000 hours of training experience
- Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 24 months of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience. Exception – The State of Nevada requires 5 years of Class A CDL experience.
- The state where you obtained your driver’s license must be the same state where you are applying to work at a 160 Driving Academy location.
- Manual transmission experience — licensed to operate and able to teach manual transmission.
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) free of violations.
- Ability to pass DOT physical and DOT-mandated drug and alcohol screening.
- Background check clearance required.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor and coach students.
- Basic computer skills for tracking student progress and scheduling.
- Residence in the state you are applying for, or a confirmed residence secured for relocation.
- Must meet all state requirements for instructor licensing where instructor licensing is required.
- 90-day probationary period at hire.
Preferred Experience
- Four or more years of consistent Class A driving experience.
- Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or training drivers.
- Driver Training Instructor certification (we provide guidance and support to obtain it if your state requires it).
- Knowledge of FMCSA and state regulations related to CDL training and testing.
About the Role
160 Driving Academy is the largest CDL training school in the country — 14 years strong, 90+ locations across 32 states, training roughly 20,000 students a year with an overall 88% average first-time pass rate. Our instructors are why.As a CDL Class A Instructor Trainer, you teach students from their first pre-trip inspection to the day they pass their CDL exam — in the yard, and behind the wheel. You will be based at a designated yard, working alongside a team of instructors and a Lead Instructor. From time to time, you may be asked to fill in at other regional yards when coverage is needed. Keeping your yard clean and presentable — light upkeep such as litter pickup, basic painting, and general tidiness — is part of the role.This is local, hands-on work for experienced Class A drivers ready to trade the long-haul life for a role that keeps you home every night and pays you for outcomes that matter.
Our Compensation
- Opportunity for annual merit increases to hourly wage based on business performance.
- Monthly bonus pool payout: When your yard averages an 80% first-time pass rate, every first-time pass adds $100 to a shared pool, split across the team and paid monthly. Full bonus eligibility requires a 4.7/5 average student rating.
- $100 accident-free bonus for top 15 yards. Additional paid hours for placement fairs and truck care during scheduled downtime.
Our Schedule
- Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30PM for most yards.
- Higher volume yards sometimes run seven days a week, ten hours per day — opening alternative shifts including some four-day work weeks with three days off.
- Occasional fill in at another regional yard. There is a possibility to stay over in a hotel. Per diem paid, and mileage is paid if you are using your own vehicle.
- Students depend on their instructors being present. Reliable, on-time attendance is core to the role.
What You Will Do At 160 Driving Academy
- Teach Class A driving skills using hands-on training in outdoor yards on automatic and manual transmissions.
- Guide students step-by-step through pre-trip inspections, yard maneuvers, and on-road driving.
- Prepare students to pass CDL testing standards on the first attempt.
- Track student attendance and progress; provide additional support when needed.
- Maintain accurate training records, evaluations, and documentation.
- Reporting of all incidents and accidents to your lead and corporate in a timely manner.
- Work closely with fellow instructors and your Lead Instructor to deliver a consistent student experience and follow our defined curriculum.
- Help keep the yard and building clean and presentable
- Cover for other instructors at nearby regional yards in certain emergencies.
- 90-day probationary period to ensure adherence to safety, compliance and curriculum.
- Assist with the transfer of trucks to repair operations and neighboring yards for use.
- Student-centric approach to teaching with ability to exhibit patience and professionalism.
- Ability to climb in/out of a tractor cab, sit and stand for extended periods, and demonstrate maneuvers.
- Additional requirements that apply specific to the role may be requested.
Our Benefits
- Medical and dental (shared expense).
- Paid vacation: 1 week to start, 2 weeks after year 1, 3 weeks after year 2.
- 8-hour paid day off for a full year of perfect attendance.
- Paid day off for your birthday after 1 year of service (8 hours floating holiday)
- $3,000 relocation benefit for moving to our locations 100+ miles away.
- $500 referral bonus per instructor hire.
- Branded gear (vests, hats, flashlights, gauges) and access to yard laptops.
- Career path: Yard Instructor ? Assistant Lead Instructor ? Lead Instructor ? Regional Manager.
Why Work At 160 Driving Academy?We train the people America runs on. With 90+ yards across 32 states and the highest training volume of any CDL school in the country, we're growing where the industry is growing — which means real career paths for our people, not just our students. If you've spent your career behind the wheel and you're ready to use what you've learned to launch other drivers' careers, we want to talk. 160 Drivers Academy appreciates and supports our nations’ great veterans who are strongly encouraged to apply. We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer160 Driving Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Requirements:Our Required Credentials
- High school graduation certificate or equivalent
- 1000 hours of training experience
- Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 24 months of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience. Exception – The State of Nevada requires 5 years of Class A CDL experience.
- The state where you obtained your driver’s license must be the same state where you are applying to work at a 160 Driving Academy location.
- Manual transmission experience — licensed to operate and able to teach manual transmission.
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) free of violations.
- Ability to pass DOT physical and DOT-mandated drug and alcohol screening.
- Background check clearance required.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor and coach students.
- Basic computer skills for tracking student progress and scheduling.
- Residence in the state you are applying for, or a confirmed residence secured for relocation.
- Must meet all state requirements for instructor licensing where instructor licensing is required.
- 90-day probationary period at hire.
Preferred Experience
- Four or more years of consistent Class A driving experience.
- Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or training drivers.
- Driver Training Instructor certification (we provide guidance and support to obtain it if your state requires it).
- Knowledge of FMCSA and state regulations related to CDL training and testing.
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Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Trainer Job Market in Oregon
A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Canyon Creek Financial18
- Clarvida5
- Crunch Fitness5
- Precision CastParts3
- 160 Driving Academy2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trainer jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, organizational development, or a related field
- Relevant professional certification such as ATD CPTD or SHRM-CP preferred by Oregon employers
- Two or more years of experience designing and delivering training programs for adult learners
- Proficiency with learning management systems and instructional design tools such as Articulate or Adobe Captivate
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills for in-person and virtual training delivery
- Ability to assess training needs, measure effectiveness, and report outcomes to stakeholders
Trainer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a trainer in Oregon?
Oregon does not require a state-issued license to work as a corporate or organizational trainer. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in education, human resources, or a related field, along with a professional credential such as the ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development. For healthcare training roles, familiarity with Oregon Health Authority clinical standards is a practical advantage. Building a portfolio of instructional materials and facilitated sessions strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire trainers in Oregon?
Employers hiring trainers in Oregon right now include Canyon Creek Financial, Clarvida, and Crunch Fitness, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's mix of large healthcare systems, global sportswear brands, and technology firms creates steady demand for both generalist and specialized training professionals year-round.
Which Oregon cities have the most trainer jobs?
Portland, Salem, and Eugene have the most trainer openings in Oregon. Portland dominates because it is home to major corporate headquarters, large hospital networks, and a dense concentration of technology and professional services firms, while Eugene and Bend generate openings through universities, regional healthcare providers, and growing professional sectors that require ongoing staff development.
Are there remote trainer jobs in Oregon?
Yes, and more than many fields, since instructional design and virtual facilitation translate well to remote work. About 13% of trainer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting widespread adoption of online learning platforms across Oregon employers. Roles focused on e-learning development and curriculum design tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while hands-on skills training and onboarding roles more often require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a trainer in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an instructional or training coordinator role, which large Oregon employers like Providence Health and Services and Oregon State University regularly post as stepping stones into full training positions. Volunteering to facilitate onboarding, shadow senior trainers, or develop internal documentation at your current employer builds a concrete portfolio. Completing the ATD Certificate in Training and Facilitation and applying to workforce development programs at Oregon community colleges can also open doors without prior formal experience.
Where can I find and apply to trainer jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to trainer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and interests, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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