AT - CDL Driver Trainer (Temp)

Ancora Education • Springfield, IL

12d • $0 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position will be responsible for supporting and performing all driver training functions for the CDL training program at their assigned location supporting Amazon Career Choice associates in our dedicated markets. This is a temporary position that will fulfill end of season training for Amazon Career Choice in a select market or markets nationwide. The anticipated need is no more than 90 days. The AT - CDL Driver Trainer will have proven longevity in the field, excellent communication skills, and possess demonstrated physical, intellectual, and leadership ability to perform duties over the road, maneuvering range, and in classroom instruction. The AT - CDL Driver Trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Program Director, Lead Driver Trainer, or their designee.

Requirements

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), the Class level must meet the required level of the position
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years of verifiable on-the-road experience within the last 5 years.
• MVR and background check, which includes a drug screening
• Ability to pass our road test, as applicable.
• Required to pass a DOT physical and DOT drug screen.
• Ability to maintain a valid Medical Examiner Certificate and pass DOT drug tests upon hire and on an ongoing basis, when applicable.
• Knowledge of procedures for and ability to execute a pre-trip inspection, air-brake tests, and CDL driving essentials (i.e. straight-line backing, offset backing, 45-degree alley-docking, parallel parking).
• Ability to instruct shifting patterns (i.e. driving highway, city, night vs day, in different weather conditions).
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to maintain vehicle equipment.
• Motivation, dedication, professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching.
• ABILITY TO FACILITATE LEARNING ON-COURSE CONTENT IN THE FIELD OF INSTRUCTION.
• INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIP SKILLS ARE NECESSARY FOR POSITIVE INTERACTIONS WITH STUDENTS, ALUMNI, FACULTY, AND EMPLOYERS.
• PROFICIENCY IN TECHNOLOGY TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE, GOOGLE SUITE, AND CLOUD BASED APPLICATIONS.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and Maintains a Positive Learning Environment
• Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of all policies, and adheres to and upholds their implementation and enforcement.
• Convenes all assigned classes per their start and end times.
• Maintains a safe environment for all students and staff.
• Safeguards materials, records, and equipment.
• Abides by all Federal, state, and accreditation/compliance rules and regulations.
• Serves as a professional role model to students.
• Inspires student confidence in program, faculty, and self.
• Maintains professional dress and demeanor and communication
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff.
• Maintains an attitude of enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate and collaborate.
• Interacts with students and fellow employees in a courteous, professional, and positive manner.
• Treats students with fairness, impartiality, and objectivity.
• Provides advance notification regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during time of substitute assignment.
• Fulfills Administrative Responsibilities
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date records of student progress, performance, and attendance, using the tools and technology provided by the institution, as required by school policy and procedure.
• Maintains flexibility in fulfilling the instructional needs of the division/client.
• Delivers Instructional Material
• Train students in all areas of trucking/driving.
• Administer written tests on classroom material and evaluate grades.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of commercial motor vehicles
• Instruct air-brake tests.
• Instruct straight-line backing.
• Instruct offset backing, right and left.
• Instruct 45-degree alley-docking.
• Instruct parallel parking, conventional side, and driver side.
• Utilize effective delivery skills (e.g., eye contact, voice intonation, and various questioning techniques).
• Draw on personal experiences to relate the material presented.
• Utilizes required skills assessments to evaluate student progress in the skills required to successfully pass and obtain their Commercial Driver’s License.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8-10 hours outside, in all elements, climb in and out of trucks several times a day, and lift and move up to 50 lbs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED