Driver Trainer Lead

Driver Trainer Lead

Employer: Fox Valley Technical College

Location: Appleton, Wisconsin

The Driver Trainer Lead is responsible for coordinating and managing the intake of students and customers while supporting the Truck Driving Program, Decision Driving, and Truck Driving Contract Training offerings. This role provides instructional support, facilitates operations, and ensures regulatory compliance.

• Serve as a Driver Trainer Team Lead – monitor and facilitate operations in key department activities and functions such as contract training customer service, simulation, contract training equipment allocation and dispatch, DOT & CDL Examiner training, and regional center initiatives.
• Monitor and train students in the Truck Driving program, WDDC, and Truck Driving Contract Training.
• Schedule and administer student road evaluations.
• Train and develop students with little or no experience in pre/post trip inspections, shifting, coupling/uncoupling trailers, driving the commercial motor vehicle, and other hands‑on activities in accordance with the curriculum, program outcomes, and Entry Level Driver Training requirements.
• Determine the student's ability to safely operate commercial motor vehicles on the driving ranges and on public roadways, monitor and document their progress, and provide feedback to the students and faculty.
• Participate as an active team member in Truck Driving program, WDDC, and Truck Driving Contract Training.
• Provide training in emergency driving and skid control techniques as required by the Decision Driving workshop curriculum.
• Serve as a liaison with the Diesel and Automotive Departments to ensure all equipment is operational for Truck Driving program, WDDC, and Truck Driving Contract Training.
• Meet all aspects of properly maintaining the Truck Driving and WDDC driving facility and ranges.
• Administer third‑party road tests as a Commercial Driver's License Examiner.
• Monitor truck driving safety bay to ensure proper usage and cleanliness of facility, parking of units, organization and inventory of items, and ensure all program equipment is stored properly.
• Direct student activity to ensure that the instructional equipment and bay area are kept clean.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements of local, state, and federal agencies in operational or training capacities.

• Snow removal during winter months.
• Painting of traffic lines on Truck Driving/WDDC driving ranges.
• Assist other areas of the College as directed.
• Perform other assignments as directed.

• Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Transportation.
• Five years of recent, related experience.
• Team leadership experience desired.

• Requires a valid Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and an acceptable driving record.
• Subject to FVTC's Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) Check Disclosure.

• Work must be completed in person.
• Work environment may change based on college needs.

• Sitting: extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
• Mobility: occasional mobility may be necessary for attending meetings, office tours, or events within the workplace.
• Lifting and Carrying: occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items (up to 50 pounds).
• Climbing: ability to climb stairs or ladders to access commercial motor vehicles.
• Repetitive Motions: capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury.
• Communication: clear verbal and written communication skills essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and stakeholders.
• Travel: leadership position may require off‑site teaching, fieldwork, or travel for professional development.
• Driving/Operational: valid driver's license and qualification to operate a commercial motor vehicle.

Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FVTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified…