Commercial Truck Driver Instructor

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Commercial Truck Driver Full-time Instructor

Columbus Technical College

JR

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Columbus Technical College is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to serve as a full-time Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) Instructor. This individual will be responsible for providing high-quality classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel instruction to students preparing to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and enter the commercial transportation industry and create a safe, supportive, and student-centered learning environment while providing instruction in accordance with Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) curriculum standards, applicable federal and state regulations, and industry expectations.

Instruction may be provided at the college, designated training facilities, or other locations within the college’s delivery service area.
This position is full-time/exempt.

• Sit, stand, walk, bend, push, and pull for (3) to (4) continuous hours, or longer at times in various indoor and outdoor working conditions

• Must be able to get underneath trucks and trailers to demonstrate part locations to students

• Must be able to walk along beside the truck during range maneuvers.

• May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County)

• May require travel

• Will require teaching morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend classes

• Provide effective classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel instruction in Commercial Truck Driving/CDL operations

• Teach students the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for safe operation of commercial motor vehicles

• Provide instruction in vehicle inspection, basic vehicle systems, safe operating procedures, defensive driving, trip planning, cargo handling, and other applicable CDL competencies

• Demonstrate and evaluate proper vehicle control, backing maneuvers, coupling and uncoupling procedures, turning, shifting, braking, lane positioning, and other required driving skills

• Prepare students for successful completion of applicable CDL knowledge and skills testing

• Develop and deliver instructional materials in accordance with TCSG curriculum standards, course outlines, program objectives, and applicable regulatory requirements

• Provide instruction consistent with applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements and Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) CDL requirements

• Evaluate student performance and progress toward course competencies, learning outcomes, and CDL training requirements

• Provide timely and appropriate feedback to students regarding academic, technical, and driving performance

• Maintain accurate attendance, student progress, grading, and instructional records in accordance with college and TCSG requirements

• Maintain a safe and professional training environment during classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel instruction

• Conduct and/or assist with required pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure students understand applicable vehicle safety requirements

• Inspect training vehicles and equipment before and after use and…