AT - CDL Driver Trainer

Ancora Education•Annandale, VA

6d•$25 - $30

About The Position

The CDL Driver Trainer is responsible for driver training functions for the CDL training program at an assigned location. The trainer delivers instruction over the road, on the maneuvering range, and in the classroom, using field experience and communication and leadership skills to support student learning. The position works under the guidance and supervision of the Program Director, Lead Driver Trainer, or their designee. The trainer maintains a safe, positive, and professional learning environment; follows school policies and applicable federal, state, accreditation, and compliance requirements; and maintains confidential, accurate records of student progress, performance, and attendance. Instruction includes classroom trucking and driving content, written tests, commercial vehicle inspections, air-brake tests, and vehicle maneuvering skills needed to prepare students to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License. The role requires physical activity, including extended periods standing and walking outdoors, climbing in and out of trucks, demonstrating vehicle skills, and handling equipment.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the class level required for the position.
High school diploma or GED.
Two years of verifiable over-the-road experience within the last five years.
Pass an MVR and background check, including drug screening.
Pass the applicable road test.
Pass a DOT physical and DOT drug screen; maintain a valid Medical Examiner Certificate and pass ongoing DOT drug tests when applicable.
Knowledge of and ability to perform pre-trip inspections, air-brake tests, and CDL driving essentials, including straight-line backing, offset backing, 45-degree alley-docking, and parallel parking.
Ability to instruct shifting patterns and driving in highway, city, night, and daytime settings and in different weather conditions.
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to maintain vehicle equipment.
Ability to show sensitivity to the needs and requirements of adult learners.
Ability to maintain interpersonal relationships that support 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 a day, and lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently climb in and out of a cab, bend, squat, kneel, twist, and reach to conduct inspections and navigate tight spaces.
Ability to crank trailer landing gear, handle training and safety equipment, and potentially assist with loading and unloading, if applicable.
Ability to sustain physical activity and alertness during extended driving and instructional periods and exposure to varying weather conditions.
Meet DOT physical qualifications required to hold a CDL and maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate, with or without reasonable accommodation, as required by federal regulations.

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a positive, safe, professional, and cooperative learning environment for students and staff.
Follow and uphold school policies and applicable federal, state, accreditation, and compliance rules and regulations.
Convene assigned classes at their scheduled start and end times and provide advance notice of lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during substitute assignments.
Safeguard materials, records, and equipment and maintain appropriate confidentiality.
Serve as a professional role model and interact with students and colleagues courteously, fairly, impartially, and objectively.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student progress, performance, and attendance using institution-provided tools and technology.
Remain flexible in fulfilling instructional needs of the division or client.
Train students in trucking and driving, administer written tests on classroom material, and evaluate grades.
Conduct and teach commercial motor vehicle pre-trip inspections and air-brake tests.
Instruct straight-line backing, offset backing, 45-degree alley-docking, and conventional-side and driver-side parallel parking.
Use effective instructional delivery skills, draw on personal experience to relate course material, and use required skills assessments to evaluate student progress toward CDL qualification.
Demonstrate vehicle skills, including coupling and uncoupling trailers, conducting inspections, and maneuvering large vehicles.
Maintain current knowledge of industry standards and requirements and facilitate learning of course content.
Attend new faculty orientation before the first term of employment.