AT - CDL Driver Trainer

Ancora Education•Richmond, VA

11d•$25 - $29

About The Position

The CDL Driver Trainer is responsible for driver training functions for the CDL training program at an assigned location. The role requires proven longevity in the field, strong communication skills, and the physical, intellectual, and leadership ability to provide instruction over the road, on the maneuvering range, and in the classroom. The trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Program Director, Lead Driver Trainer, or their designee. The trainer promotes a positive learning environment, maintains a safe and professional setting, follows institutional policies and applicable federal, state, accreditation, and compliance requirements, and protects student records, materials, and equipment. The role also includes maintaining student progress, performance, and attendance records; delivering classroom and practical instruction; assessing student skills and progress; and remaining current with industry standards and instructional requirements. The work includes demonstrating commercial vehicle inspections and maneuvers, providing instruction in varied driving conditions, and supporting students as they prepare to pass and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License. Physical requirements include standing and walking outdoors for 8–10 hours, climbing in and out of trucks, lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, and performing vehicle inspection and maneuvering demonstrations. The description also identifies frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, reaching, handling training and safety equipment, and potentially cranking trailer landing gear or assisting with loading and unloading. Work may involve exposure to extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow. The usual work environment has moderate noise, and the employee is usually not exposed to weather conditions while performing job duties.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the class level required for the position.
High school diploma or GED.
Three years of verifiable on-the-road experience within the last five years.
Pass an MVR and background check, including drug screening.
Pass a road test, as applicable.
Pass a DOT physical and DOT drug screen.
Maintain a valid Medical Examiner Certificate and pass DOT drug tests upon hire and on an ongoing basis, when applicable.
Know how to perform pre-trip inspections, air-brake tests, and essential CDL driving maneuvers, including straight-line backing, offset backing, 45-degree alley docking, and parallel parking.
Ability to instruct shifting patterns and driving in varied settings, times of day, and weather conditions.
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to maintain vehicle equipment.
Motivation, dedication, professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching.
Commitment to staying current with industry standards and requirements in the instructional field.
Ability to facilitate learning of course content.
Interpersonal relationship skills for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers.
Technology proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and cloud-based applications.
Ability to stand and walk outdoors for 8–10 hours, climb in and out of trucks several times daily, and lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently climb in and out of the cab, bend, squat, kneel, twist, and reach for inspections and maneuvering in tight spaces.
Ability to crank trailer landing gear, handle training and safety equipment, and potentially assist with loading and unloading.
Ability to sustain physical activity and alertness during extended driving and instructional periods and varying weather conditions.
Possess and maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate and meet DOT physical qualifications required to hold a CDL, with or without reasonable accommodations, as required by federal regulations.

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a positive, safe, and professional learning environment for students and staff.
Understand, follow, and uphold institutional policies and applicable federal, state, accreditation, and compliance requirements.
Convene assigned classes at their scheduled start and end times.
Safeguard materials, records, and equipment and maintain appropriate confidentiality.
Serve as a professional role model and interact with students and colleagues courteously, fairly, and objectively.
Notify appropriate parties in advance regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during substitute assignments.
Maintain accurate and current records of student progress, performance, and attendance using institution-provided tools and technology.
Remain flexible in meeting the instructional needs of the division or client.
Train students in all areas of trucking and driving.
Administer written tests on classroom material and evaluate grades.
Conduct commercial motor vehicle pre-trip inspections and instruct students in air-brake tests.
Teach straight-line backing, offset backing, 45-degree alley docking, and conventional-side and driver-side parallel parking.
Use effective instructional delivery skills, including eye contact, voice intonation, and varied questioning techniques.
Use personal experience to relate instructional material to students.
Use required skills assessments to evaluate student progress toward successfully passing and obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License.
Demonstrate vehicle skills, including coupling and uncoupling trailers, inspections, and vehicle maneuvering.
Maintain current knowledge of industry standards and requirements in the field of instruction.
Facilitate learning of on-course content and foster positive relationships with students, alumni, faculty, and employers.
Maintain vehicle equipment and provide instruction in shifting patterns and driving on highways and in cities, at night and during the day, and in different weather conditions.