PT INSTRUCTOR-TRANSPORTATION TRAINING
Job Description
Job Title- PT INSTRUCTOR-TRANSPORTATION TRAINING
Position Status- Part Time
Classification Title- Part-Time Transportation Trainer-Up to 19 hpw
Work Location- Christensen Stadium-4300 N. Lamesa Rd., Midland, TX
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.
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 TXDPS
- Knowledge 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 (DOT) physical 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
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
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
- The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
- Pass the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug test
Security Sensitivity- All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Min Salary- $26.00 per hour
Max Salary- $26.00 per hour
Posting Number- P01082S2016
Open Date- 04/26/2023
Position Available- Immediately
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