CDL Training Lab Assistant (Part-Time)

Northcentral Technical College; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Northcentral Technical College's CDL program, housed at the Public Safety Center of Excellence in Merrill, Wisconsin, seeks Part-time Instructional Assistants to support Truck Driving (Class A) and Straight Truck (Class B) instruction. The schedule is weekdays with up to 25 hours per week.

You will assist faculty during labs, prepare vehicles and driving courses, and supervise student practice with a focus on safety. A valid Wisconsin Class A CDL and relevant occupational experience are required.

Qualifications

• Two years (4,000 hours) occupational experience appropriate to the position.
• Thorough understanding of the truck driving industry and terms, including DOT requirements, CDL testing, and proper safety protocols.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Class A CDL, and have the ability to pass the college insurance standards as well as adhere the DOT testing guidelines and regulations.
• Must be able to work with students of various backgrounds, ages and capabilities in an educational setting.
• The Assistant must be able to provide student feedback professionally and have adequate computer skills to assist students with course software.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to faculty during the training of students.
• Prepare tractors, trailers, and driving courses for student activities.
• Take the lead for formative lab instruction if faculty are not available (sick leave, meetings, etc.).
• As requested by the faculty, assist students practicing on various driving techniques.
• Recommend procedural and safety discussion topics to the faculty based on observed student practices.
• Treat all students and customers with respect at all time.
• Issue driving procedures and assist faculty by ensuring students operate vehicles in a safe manner.
• Participate in in-service training and industrial workshops pertaining to the operation and applications of vehicles.
• Assist the program faculty with the procurement of materials and supplies (including pickup and delivery).
• Assist the faculty with the setting up of activities for students.
• Proctor tests, quizzes and performance assessments.
• Monitor attendance and use of vehicles.
• Assist in the documentation of maintenance of vehicles.
• Maintain an inventory of instructional materials and equipment within the lab.
• Coordinate the activities of work‑study students as directed by the faculty.
• Monitor the use and prepare the track and vehicles for student use.
• Demonstrate skills as needed with the direction of the faculty.
• Report repair requirements on all vehicles to faculty.
• Assist the faculty in monitoring students on operational safety.
• Maintain proficiency in the truck driving field as needed to support the Truck Driving program.

Job description

Northcentral Technical College's CDL program, housed at the Public Safety Center of Excellence in Merrill, Wisconsin, seeks Part-time Instructional Assistants to support Truck Driving (Class A) and Straight Truck (Class B) instruction. The schedule is weekdays with up to 25 hours per week.

You will assist faculty during labs, prepare vehicles and driving courses, and supervise student practice with a focus on safety. A valid Wisconsin Class A CDL and relevant occupational experience are required.