CDL Instructor & Road-Skills Trainer

TSTC; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) CDL Trainer role provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to prepare students for CDL exams, focusing on safe vehicle operation and regulatory compliance.

The role includes progressing student assessments, maintaining records, and administering skills tests, with travel between training locations to ensure consistent program delivery across sites.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL license with Passenger, Air Brakes, Hazmat endorsements.
• DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate required.
• Two years of commercial driving experience.
• One year of technical skills in vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Clean driving record with no major accidents in the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel CDL instruction to prepare students for CDL exams.
• Teach regulatory compliance including FMCSA guidelines and HOS.
• Conduct skills assessments, written exams, and road tests.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and maintain training equipment.
• Travel between training locations as needed.
• Support program development and curriculum improvements.

Skills

CDL license

DOT medical card

Commercial driving experience

Vehicle operation skills

Clean driving record

Education

Equivalent education/experience considered

Job description

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) CDL Trainer role provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to prepare students for CDL exams, focusing on safe vehicle operation and regulatory compliance.

The role includes progressing student assessments, maintaining records, and administering skills tests, with travel between training locations to ensure consistent program delivery across sites.