Instructional Trainer-Truck Driving

Description

This position is responsible for driving and related operational skills training for students in the Truck Driving program. This position does not have responsibility for the course, but instead works in open labs to support student learning.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Demonstrate and supervise student driving in lab under a variety of environments and driving conditions, including, but not limited to, straight line backing, developing depth perception, making turns, backing into docks and parking places, mirror adjustment, and how to use large mirrors and convex mirrors.
• Provide training for students in the truck driving program and students seeking a CDL. This includes administering driving simulations and brake board activities, demonstrating shifting techniques, coupling / uncoupling of semi-trailer combinations, performing vehicle inspection, providing collision avoidance training, and completing scaling activities.
• Administer CDL exams
• Ensure truck driving equipment is functional and safe. Perform light maintenance on and washing / cleaning of vehicles. Maintain lines on driver training areas. May act as liaison between truck driving program and repair shop. Coordinate purchase of supplies as needed.
• Provide assistance in training new instructional assistants
• Assist in truck dispatch and use of facility / resources
• May assist with program recruitment efforts, such as semi-annual Open Houses events
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

Supplemental Information

This position supports the Graphics, Construction, and Transportation department and will report to the Associate Dean of Graphics, Construction, and Transportation.

This position requires Wisconsin residence.

This position is part-time, as needed, working up to 24 hrs / week.

The final candidate will have to pass a driving test.

Application details

All applicants must submit a completed application along with the following attachments :

1. Current resume (required)

2. A cover letter (optional)

3. Copy of current CDL licensure

Interviews

A final interview date is to be determined.