Commercial Truck Driving Instructor Temporary

The CE Career & Technical Education Department is recruiting for one full time, temporary instructor to teach Commercial Truck Driving. Position to be filled as quickly as possible. Class size is limited to four students per tractor.

Victoria College (VC) is a public community college located in Victoria, Texas. The college offers associate degrees and transfer programs, preparing students for success in their chosen fields.

• Associate degree with a minimum of 3 years related work experience or
• In lieu of a degree, 5 years combined truck driving and teaching truck driving experience
• Active/Current Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Current medical examination certificate and medical report issued by the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). provide driving record
• Must be willing to submit to DOT drug & alcohol testing
• Must be willing to submit to a background check
• Must be willing to submit to a driver evaluation
• Expertise in 49 CRF Part 380, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT mandate)
• Endorsements (tanker, doubles, triples) preferred

• 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.

• Exhibit keyboarding skills
• Utilize telephone system