Job Summary
The part-time CDL Instructor is responsible for instructing backing maneuvers and hands-on training to the students of LIT’s Professional Truck Driving Academy. This position works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Implement practical training consisting of primarily range and street training for Class A, Class B, Refresher Course and customized training following established program curriculum
- Meet with lead instructor to discuss training activities
- Conduct both day and night truck driving training activities
- Attend advisory council meetings as necessary
- Maintain good working relationships with businesses, industries, and truck driving advisory council
- Work as a team player at LIT
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
• Minimum three (3) years verifiable 7,000 OTR. (over-the-road) experience
• Minimum three (3) years verifiable driver instruction/driver training experience, including both range and OTR
• Experience with operation of tractor-van trailer and bulk tanker desired
• Experience working with students with different knowledge/skill levels
• Excellent verbal communication skills
Education/License:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must possess and maintain a class “A” CDL (commercial driver’s license) and at least a tank endorsement
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of and compliance with the most current rules and regulations of Federal Motor carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)
• Knowledge of LIT truck driving program’s goals and objectives
• Knowledge of LIT policies and procedures
• Knowledge of industry accepted training techniques
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to demonstrate exemplary technique in the operation of equipment
• Ability to convey industry-accepted standards regarding operational techniques of equipment
• Ability to work with students from different backgrounds and cultures, as well as different knowledge and skill levels
• Ability to work with and carry out lead instructor’s direction
• Ability to interact with colleagues utilizing a team-teaching concept
• Ability to work in a non-traditional teaching environment (i.e., range truck noise, street driving, unusual conditions that might arise)
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, faculty, and administration at Lamar Institute of Technology
Physical/Mental:
• Must meet the minimum physical and mental requirements as set forth in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Noise Emission Requirements (FMCSR), Chapter III-Federal Highway Administration, Department of Transportation-Subject e-Physical Qualifications and Examinations, 391.41
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions (range and street driving)
Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements: Must meet the minimum physical and mental requirements as set forth in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Noise Emission Requirements (FMCSR), Chapter III-Federal Highway Administration, Department of Transportation-Subject e-Physical Qualifications and Examinations, 391.41. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions (range and street driving)