Driver Trainer

About the position

This position provides instructional support to the Truck Driving program, Decision Driving and the Truck Driving Contract Training as well as other areas of the College as needed. Under the general direction of the Truck Driving Director, the Driver Trainer provides comprehensive hands-on training that produces skilled drivers to safely operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) and meet industry workforce needs. They will deliver the appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to obtain their Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and train students in the Truck Driving program, WDDC and Truck Driving Contract Training.
• Schedule and administer student road evaluations.
• Train and develop students with little or no experience in pre/post trip inspections, shifting, coupling/uncoupling trailers, driving the commercial motor vehicle, and other hands-on activities involving the vehicle.
• Determine the student's ability to safely operate commercial motor vehicles on the driving ranges and on public roadways, monitor and document their progress, and provide feedback to the students and faculty.
• Participate as an active team member in Truck Driving program, WDDC, and Truck Driving Contract Training.
• Provide training in emergency driving and skid control techniques as required by the Decision Driving workshop curriculum.
• Serve as a liaison with the Diesel and Automotive Departments to ensure all equipment is operational for Truck Driving program, WDDC, and Truck Driving Contract Training.
• Meet all aspects of properly maintaining the Truck Driving and WDDC driving facility and ranges.
• Administer Third Party road tests as a Commercial Driver's License Examiner.
• Monitor truck driving safety bay to ensure proper usage and cleanliness of facility, parking of units, organization and inventory of items and ensure all program equipment is stored properly.
• Direct student activity to ensure that the instructional equipment and bay area are kept clean.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements of local, state, and federal agencies in operational or training capacities.

Requirements

• Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Transportation.
• Three years of related experience, OR an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Subject to FVTC's Motor Vehicle Records Check.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System.
• 403(b)/457 plan options.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, bereavement leave, and recess periods.
• Life and disability insurance, with options for additional coverage.
• Flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions).
• Wellbeing programs.
• Professional development opportunities including training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
• Onsite health and wellbeing clinic, dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa.