CDL Truck Driving Lab Instructor

Waukesha County Technical College; Village of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Waukesha County Technical College seeks a part-time Truck Driving Lab Assistant to supervise and support student driving in the lab, under varied conditions, and to assist with CDL-related training and exams. You will help ensure equipment safety, perform light maintenance, and coordinate with the program and repair staff.

The role requires a Wisconsin residence, reports to the Associate Dean of Graphics, Construction, and Transportation, and offers up to 24 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A CDL with air brake endorsement.
• Three years’ experience operating large trucks; seven years preferred.
• Training/teaching experience in the truck driving industry preferred.
• Experience with van, flatbed, tanker, and doubles preferred.
• Employment offers contingent upon negative DOT drug test and acceptable driving record.
• Certified examiner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and supervise student driving in lab under various environments and conditions.
• Provide training for CDL students including simulations, shifting techniques, inspection, and safety training.
• Administer CDL exams.
• Ensure truck driving equipment is functional and safe; perform light maintenance and cleaning.
• Assist in training new instructional assistants.
• Assist in truck dispatch and use of facility/resources.
• Support program recruitment efforts (e.g., Open Houses).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Drive truck/trailer combos

Training facilitation

Student engagement

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Independent work

Office software basics

Education

CDL Class A with air brake

3 years big-truck experience (7 yrs preferred)

Truck-driving teaching experience

Experience with various trailers

Job description

Waukesha County Technical College seeks a part-time Truck Driving Lab Assistant to supervise and support student driving in the lab, under varied conditions, and to assist with CDL-related training and exams. You will help ensure equipment safety, perform light maintenance, and coordinate with the program and repair staff.

The role requires a Wisconsin residence, reports to the Associate Dean of Graphics, Construction, and Transportation, and offers up to 24 hours per week.