CDL Driver Trainer

Ready to get off the road, out of the elements, and Be Home Every Night???  Use your experience and CDL knowledge to help our students acquire their CDL Class A License!!!

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for all driver training functions for the CDL training program on campus.  The CDL Driver Trainers will have proven longevity in the field, have excellent communication skills; and possess demonstrated physical, intellectual, and leadership abilities to perform duties over the road, maneuvering range, and in the classroom instruction.

The CDL Driver Trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Education, Program Director, or his/her designee.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes and maintains a Positive Learning Environment
• Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of all school policies, and adheres to and upholds their implementation and enforcement
• Convenes all assigned classes in accordance with their start and end times
• Maintains a safe environment for all students, faculty, and staff
• Safeguards materials, records, and equipment
• Abides by all federal, state, and accreditation/compliance rules and regulations
• Inspires student confidence in school, faculty, and self
• Maintains professional dress and demeanor
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff
• Maintains an attitude of enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate and collaborate
• Interacts with students and fellow employees in a courteous, professional, and positive manner
• Treats students with fairness, impartiality, and objectivity
• Provides advanced notification regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during a time of substitute assignment
• Fulfills administrative responsibilities
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date records of student progress, performance, and attendance, using the tools and technology provided by the institution, as required by school policy and procedure
• Maintains flexibility in fulfilling the instructional needs of the school
• Train students in all areas of trucking/driving
• Administer written tests on classroom material and evaluate grades
• Conduct pre-trip inspections to tractor-trailers
• Instruct air-brake test
• Instruct straight line backing
• Instruct 45-degree alley-docking
• Instruct parallel parking – sight side/blindside
• Utilizes effective delivery skills (e.g., eye contact, voice intonation, and various questioning techniques).
• Draws on personal experiences to relate to the material presented