Adjunct Driver Instructor (CDL) with Security Clearance

Project Enhancement Corporation; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Project Enhancement Corporation seeks an adjunct CDL Drive Instructor to support the Department of Energy OST training at Fort Chaffee, AR. This is a part-time, as-needed role with opportunities to fill full-time vacancies as they become available.

You will deliver specialized tractor-trailer instruction, assess trainee performance, and maintain up-to-date safety and DOE-compliance knowledge, including First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of current driving record with a Class A CDL and no preventable accidents.
• Tractor trailer instructor experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work with customers in a changing environment with long hours.
• Maintain fitness and agility for required tasks.
• Ability to travel to CONUS locations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Complete DOE Basic Instructor, Firearms Instructor, and Controller courses.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• Must obtain a DOE Level L Security Clearance.
• Pre-employment substance screening required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of OST training staff at Fort Chaffee and DOE locations.
• Provide specialized instruction in tractor-trailer driving skills.
• Maintain mastery of training and learning methodologies.
• Teach and evaluate training presentations for objectives and standards.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize course tasks to meet deadlines.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and DOE policies.
• Apply safety and quality management principles to all duties.
• Test students to measure progress and training effectiveness.
• Maintain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Provide support to OST training such as firearms and tactics.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Position: Adjunct Drive Instructor (CDL) Location: Fort Chaffee, AR Project Enhancement Corporation is looking for an adjunct CDL driving instructor to provide training support to the Department of Energy’s Office of Secure Transportation. Adjunct instructors work on a part-time, as-needed basis; adjunct instructors will be selected to fill full-time vacancies as they become available.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the Office of Secure Transportation (OST) training staff at his/her location, with responsibility for training DOE and contractor personnel.


• Provide specialized instruction in tractor trailer driving skills.


• Serve as subject matter expert in training by maintaining and applying comprehensive (mastery level) knowledge and competency in area(s) of occupational expertise.


• Maintain and apply comprehensive (mastery-level) training/learning methodologies and techniques.


• Teach/conduct training presentations by reviewing course materials and lesson plans prior to instruction/presentation.


• Lead and evaluate effectiveness of training/course presentation by observing student performance and student application of techniques/skills.


• Ensure instructional presentations meet course objectives and training standards by maintaining a comprehensive level of knowledge, skills, and abilities requisite in the occupation or profession.


• Complete course/project administrative tasks by planning, organizing, and prioritizing work for accomplishment within expected timeframes.


• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by studying/reviewing all relevant laws, regulations, orders, and policies.


• Ensure that integrated safety and quality management principles are applied to all duties. Performs all activities and tasks in a safe and healthful manner.


• Testing students to measure progress and evaluate effectiveness of such training.


• Maintain certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED.


• Remain flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism.


• Provide support to other OST training such as firearms and tactics.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 3 years of current continuous driving record with a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no preventable accidents.


• Tractor trailer driving instructor experience preferred.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Willingness to work directly with customers in an environment that changes rapidly and requires occasional long hours.


• Maintain a level of physical fitness and agility sufficient to perform requisite physical tasks and functions.


• Ability to travel to locations throughout the CONUS.


• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of applications.


• Complete DOE Basic Instructor, Firearms Instructor, and Controller courses.


• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently.


• Must be able to obtain a DOE Level L Security Clearance.


• A pre-employment test for the absence of any illegal substances will be required. Ongoing reviews and tests for the absence of illegal substances may also be conducted for continued access to client sites. The candidate’s written consent to conduct such tests will be required as a condition of employment.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years prior military or law enforcement experience preferred.


• Knowledge of DOE sites and types of operation.