Commercial Driving Instructor/Trainer - Part-time - 77762

St. Charles Community College; Cottleville (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Missouri is seeking a part-time Commercial Driving Instructor to train students in a comprehensive driving program. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in commercial driving and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include instructing students on modern training systems and accompanying them on practical road experiences. Applicants must have a valid Commercial Class A Driving License and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Two (2) full-time years of professional work experience as a tractor trailer driver.
• Current and valid Commercial Class A Driving License.
• No major Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) citations.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students using simulator training systems and outdoor driving range.
• Accompany students in over-the-road practice.
• Teach under the guidance of the Commercial Driving Coordinator.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Education

High school degree

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Manual truck

Job description

Overview

St. Charles Community College (SCC) is located just west of St. Louis, in the heart of growing St. Charles County. At SCC, we have a passion for student success. We serve a growing diverse student population, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff who will help prepare our students for a global society. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated success in serving diverse student populations. SCC's Commercial Driving School (CDS) is seeking a Commercial Driving Instructor. Our CDS program is in Wentzville, MO. The individual will work part time, with flexible hours available, in collaboration with the commercial driving instructional team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of industry rules and federal and state regulations in the commercial driving discipline including comprehensive knowledge of equipment, training procedures, testing skills, test preparation and practice protocols.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals from a variety of multi-cultural backgrounds.
• The position requires excellent customer service and regular and predictable attendance.
• The position requires teaching duties under the guidance of the Commercial Driving Coordinator.
• Instruct students while training on state-of-the-art simulator training systems and the outdoor driving range.
• Accompany students in over-the-road practice (current CDL required).
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school degree and related training, and tested tractor trailer experience.
• A minimum of two (2) full-time years of current or recent professional work experience as a tractor trailer driver.
• Ability to drive a manual truck.
• A current and valid Commercial Class A Driving License.
• No air brake restrictions.
• No major Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) citations (DUI, reckless driving, etc.)
• Must possess a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical card or have the ability to obtain one.
• Ability to obtain and pass a DOT drugs and alcohol test.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Two (2) - five (5) years of tractor trailer driving experience and an Associate's degree or higher.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.