PT Instructor Transportation Training

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

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 TXDPSKnowledge 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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