Commercial Truck Driving Instructor - PT

The Career and Technical Education Department is recruiting for a part-time Commercial Truck Driving Instructor. Training will be held at the Emerging Technology Complex in Victoria. Instructional duties include compliance with the Entry Level Driver (ELDT) mandate. This position is responsible for providing instruction to students in a meaningful classroom and laboratory learning environment.

• High school diploma or GED
• Active/current Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Current medical examination certificate issued by the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). years over the road related work experience
• Expertise in 49 CFR Part 380, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) mandate

• Associate degree or higher
• Endorsements (tanker, doubles, triples)

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods (up to 4-5 hours) in order to provide timely, relevant, and effective instruction to students in various training environments.
• Ability to safely climb into and out of commercial motor vehicles multiple times throughout the workday, including elevated cab access.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach when inspecting vehicles, conducting pre-trip/post-trip inspections, and demonstrating equipment functions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or move instructional materials, safety equipment, or vehicle components (typically up to 25–50 pounds as needed).
• Adequate visual acuity to observe student driving performance, monitor traffic conditions, and ensure safe operation of vehicles.
• Adequate hearing ability to communicate effectively with students in and out of the vehicle, including in environments with background noise.
• Ability to operate instructional vehicles and safety equipment in a variety of weather and roadway conditions.
• Ability to maintain alertness and concentration for extended periods while supervising student drivers in real-time traffic environments.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate vehicle controls, communication devices, and instructional tools.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency or high-stress driving situations to ensure student and public safety.