Commercial Vehicle Operator Adjunct Instructor

Job Details • Avondale, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial Vehicle Operator Adjunct Instructor will lead classroom instruction, yard practices, and road driving training for students entering the commercial transportation industry. This role involves introducing safety concepts, regulations, defensive driving techniques, and vehicle inspection procedures. The instructor will monitor and document student progress, provide individualized training, and maintain accurate student records. A key aspect of this position is serving as a liaison to third-party testers and acting as a role model and mentor for students.

Requirements

• A MINIMUM of 5 years verifiable tractor trailer driving experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial vehicle safety, applicable FMCSA and state CDL requirements.
• Must possess a clean driving record: no more than 2 driving offenses or accidents in the past 2 years and no DUI in the past 15 years.
• Must be physically able to operate motor vehicle, conduct vehicle inspections, and report mechanical and safety concerns.
• Must be at least 26 years of age.
• Have ability to effectively communicate technical information and safe driving skills to students with varying levels of driving experience.
• Provide constructive feedback and individualized coaching to students.
• Must be available to teach classes Monday through Friday, day or evening classes.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic coupled with tenacity, self-motivation, and problem solving skills.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• MUST have a valid CDL Class A license.

Nice To Haves

• Driver Training Instructor License is not required, but is preferred.
• Prior teaching or driver-trainer experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom instruction, yard practices, and road driving training.
• Introduce all safety concepts and regulations, defensive driving and safe driving techniques, vehicle inspection procedures, and manual and digital record keeping.
• Closely monitor and document student progress, identify any gaps and provide individualized training and remedial instruction as necessary.
• Maintain proper and accurate student records and documentation, including student attendance, competency records, and progress reports.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive learning environment.
• Serve as liaison to third-party tester.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for students entering the commercial transportation industry.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED