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AT - CDL Driver Trainer

28 days ago

Garden City

Job Description Job Summary This position will be responsible for all driver training functions for the CDL training program at their assigned location. The CDL Driver Trainer will have proven longevity in the field, excellent communication skills, and possess demonstrated physical, intellectual, and leadership ability to perform duties over the road, maneuvering range, and in classroom instruction. The CDL Driver Trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Program Director, Lead Driver Trainer, or their designee. Key Responsibilities * Promotes and Maintains a Positive Learning Environment * Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of all policies, and adheres to and upholds their implementation and enforcement. * Convenes all assigned classes per their start and end times. * Maintains a safe environment for all students and staff. * Safeguards materials, records, and equipment. * Abides by all Federal, state, and accreditation/compliance rules and regulations. * Serves as a professional role model to students. * Inspires student confidence in program, faculty, and self. * Maintains professional dress and demeanor and communication * 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 advance notification regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during 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 appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff. * Maintains flexibility in fulfilling the instructional needs of the division/client. * Delivers Instructional Material * Train students in all areas of trucking/driving. * Administer written tests on classroom material and evaluate grades. * Conduct pre-trip inspections of commercial motor vehicles * Instruct air-brake tests. * Instruct straight-line backing. * Instruct offset backing, right and left. * Instruct 45-degree alley-docking. * Instruct parallel parking, conventional side, and driver side. * Utilize effective delivery skills (e.g., eye contact, voice intonation, and various questioning techniques). * Draw on personal experiences to relate the material presented. * Utilizes required skills assessments to evaluate student progress in the skills required to successfully pass and obtain their Commercial Driver’s License. * Ability to stand and walk for 8-10 hours outside, in all elements, climb in and out of trucks several times a day, and lift and move up to 50 lbs. Experience and Education Required * Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), the Class level must meet the required level of the position * High School Diploma or GED. * 3 years of verifiable on-the-road experience within the last 5 years. * MVR and background check, which includes a drug screening * Ability to pass our road test, as applicable. * Required to pass a DOT physical and DOT drug screen. * Ability to maintain a valid Medical Examiner Certificate and pass DOT drug tests upon hire and on an ongoing basis, when applicable. * Knowledge of procedures for and ability to execute a pre-trip inspection, air-brake tests, and CDL driving essentials (i.e. straight-line backing, offset backing, 45-degree alley-docking, parallel parking). * Ability to instruct shifting patterns (i.e. driving highway, city, night vs day, in different weather conditions). * Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to maintain vehicle equipment. * Motivation, dedication, professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching. * Ability to show sensitivity to the needs and requirements of adult learners. * Ability to attend new faculty orientation before the first term of employment. • Ability and desire to embrace the school’s mission., • Ability to inspire students to the highest level of achievement in preparation for meeting employer expectations., • Commitment to stay current with industry standards and requirements within the field of instruction., • Ability to facilitate learning on-course content in the field of instruction., • Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas effectively to individuals or groups in a formal setting., • Superior verbal and written communication skills., • Interpersonal relationship skills are necessary for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers., • Proficiency in technology to include but not limited to Microsoft office suite, Google suite, and cloud based applications. Physical Demands * Mobility & Balance: Ability to frequently climb in/out of the cab, bend, squat, kneel, twist and reach to perform pre/post-trip inspections and navigate tight spaces. * Strength: Ability to crank trailer landing gear (often 100+ lbs), handle training and safety equipment, and potentially assist with loading/unloading (if applicable). * Endurance: Ability to sustain physical activity and be alert during extending driving and instructional periods, including exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, wind, rain, ice or snow. * Sensory Acuity and Overall Health: Must possess and maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate and meet DOT physical qualifications required to hold a CDL, with or without reasonable accommodations, as required by Federal regulations. Specific Tasks & Considerations: * Demonstrating Skills: Physically showing students how to couple/uncouple trailers, perform inspections, and maneuver the large vehicle. * Environmental Exposure: Working outdoors in various conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow while training. Work Environment Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Note This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or requirements associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. I have read and understand the above job description. I further understand that this is not an all-inclusive list and does not constitute a contract. My employment remains at will as with all employees of Ancora Education.

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