PT Instructor Transportation Training

# PT Instructor Transportation Training Main Campus - MIDLAND, TX 79705## Overview Salary Range $26.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Education Level High School Category Education ## Description
** Job Summary
** The Transportation Trainer will provide instruction and train students in the classroom as well as in driving. The students will be provided with training and experience to obtain a Commercial Driver License.
** Essential Functions
*** Provide students with the training necessary to obtain a Commercial Driver's License
* Follow all curriculum and daily assignments and adjust as necessary to meet student learning needs
* Prepare and communicate clear educational objectives while presenting current and accurate course content to the student
* Prevent student accidents by assessing student's abilities for on-the-road training
* Record daily student progression and attendance on Student Progress Report
* Maintain a professional teaching environment, utilize patience when teaching, and maintain student confidentiality
* Increase overall course evaluation ratings
* Inspect each truck and trailer used that day in accordance with the Department of Transportation regulations
* Prepare an inspection report for the Lead Trainer daily
* Maintain a clean and safe working and learning area
* Counsel students and discuss issues from training
* Other duties as assigned## Qualifications
** Required Qualifications
*** High school diploma or equivalent
* Three years experience driving "over the road" (OTR) or local
* Experience in pre-trip/post-trip inspections, coupling, and uncoupling of equipment
* Computer literacy
* Knowledge of rules and regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
* Knowledge of Double Clutching techniques and how to teach them as required by TXDPS
* Knowledge of air brake testing procedures and be able to instruct and execute
* Knowledge of Hours of Service Regulations and be able to log and teach log book entries as well as log book recap
* Ability to manage multiple tasks while providing close attention to detail
* Ability to work in cooperation with others and work a flexible schedule based on training needs
* Maintain a high level of record keeping, utilize creativity, and meet frequent deadlines
* Establish goals and maintain a high level of decision making
* Adaptable to a constantly changing environment
* Ability to move or lift/move up to 75 pounds, capable of climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, and repetitive twisting
* Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and drug test
* Must possess a valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College's insurance policy
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Prior experience in driving instruction
** Physical Demands
*** Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
* Ability to sit, stand, walk, and pull hands overhead
* The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
* This position may require occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town
* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
* Use of manual dexterity
* Capable of climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, and repetitive twisting
* Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
* Pass the Department of Transportation  and drug test
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