PT Trainer- Truck Driver Education

Illinois Central College • East Peoria, IL

17d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY The Truck Driver Training Program Instructor is primarily responsible for providing an educational experience enabling students to learn and exhibit the safe operation of semi-trailer trucks through the use of classroom instruction, behind the wheel training and actual driving performance on the road and in the yard. Part-time trainers will be expected to spend most instructional time in the yard and on the road with students. Compensation for the PT Instructor is $23.40- $26.91 an hour. This position is required to work during the evenings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active/valid Class A CDL license with acceptable driving record.
• Pass DOT physical and drug screen.
• At least 2 years of truck driving experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical aspects of tractor/trailers and DOT rules and regulations.
• Ability to relate to students to assist them to increase retention and student success.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to tailor teaching style to individual students.
• 5 or more years of experience as a driver.
• Experience instructing or Training CDL.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate truck driver training program lessons.
• Communicate and demonstrate truck driving skills and abilities to students.
• Use evaluation instruments designed to measure course objectives.
• Drive, inspect and clean trucks periodically.
• Recommend service for trucks when needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• 2 floating holidays medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children
• on-site childcare center
• 403(b) retirement plans
• State University Retirement System pension plan

What This Job Offers

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