Commercial Truck Driving Instructor - FT - Temporary

Victoria College -
Victoria, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$5,144.67 - $5,795.33 a month

Qualifications

Post-trip inspection protocols
Pre-trip inspection protocols
Visual inspections for vehicle diagnostics
Automotive preventive maintenance inspections
Commercial truck driving
CDL A
Performing regular vehicle safety checks
Traffic safety instruction
DOT Physical Certification

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Position Summary

The CE Career & Technical Education Department is recruiting for one full time, temporary instructor to teach Commercial Truck Driving. Position to be filled as quickly as possible. Class size is limited to four students per tractor.

About Our Institution

Victoria College (VC) is a vital public community college located in Victoria, Texas and has been a respected community partner in the Crossroads region since 1925 and continues to offer quality, affordable educational opportunities to help our students achieve their dreams. VC offers a variety of high-quality associate's degrees and transfer programs, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. The college fosters a close-knit community, serving approximately 7,100 students across diverse backgrounds and learning styles, including full-time, part-time, online, veterans, and adult learners. VC features five academic divisions:

Academic Support & Student Success
Allied Health
Career & Technical Education
Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences
Science, Mathematics, Engineering, & Physical Education

Additionally, VC offers various programs through the Academy of Lifelong Learning, catering to the educational needs of the community.

Living in the Area
Victoria, a charming city with a population of around 67,000, provides a welcoming and affordable environment. Residents enjoy a variety of benefits, including diverse culinary experiences, a rich cultural scene with museums and art galleries, and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Victoria boasts over 50 parks and green spaces, including Riverside Park and Spring Creek Greenway, offering scenic walking and biking trails. The city is well-connected with regional transportation networks, including Victoria Regional Airport and multiple bus services. Victoria's cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for students and families alike.

Duties & Responsibilities

Regular faculty members help students achieve learning outcomes by teaching assigned classes in accordance with established guidelines and policies and participate in advising and committee assignments, other academic and institutional support activities, and supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Associate degree with a minimum of 3 years related work experience or
In lieu of a degree, 5 years combined truck driving and teaching truck driving experience
Active/Current Class A Commercial Driver's License
Current medical examination certificate and medical report issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT)
Must provide driving record
Must be willing to submit to DOT drug & alcohol testing
Must be willing to submit to a background check
Must be willing to submit to a driver evaluation
Expertise in 49 CRF Part 380, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT mandate)
Endorsements (tanker, doubles, triples) preferred

Physical Demands

Essential Physical Requirements:

Ability to walk and stand for extended periods (up to 4-5 hours) in order to provide timely, relevant, and effective instruction to students in various training environments.
Ability to safely climb into and out of commercial motor vehicles multiple times throughout the workday, including elevated cab access.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach when inspecting vehicles, conducting pre-trip/post-trip inspections, and demonstrating equipment functions.
Ability to lift, carry, and/or move instructional materials, safety equipment, or vehicle components (typically up to 25–50 pounds as needed).
Adequate visual acuity to observe student driving performance, monitor traffic conditions, and ensure safe operation of vehicles.
Adequate hearing ability to communicate effectively with students in and out of the vehicle, including in environments with background noise.
Ability to operate instructional vehicles and safety equipment in a variety of weather and roadway conditions.
Ability to maintain alertness and concentration for extended periods while supervising student drivers in real-time traffic environments.
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate vehicle controls, communication devices, and instructional tools.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency or high-stress driving situations to ensure student and public safety

Other Physical Demands:

Exhibit keyboarding skills
Utilize telephone system

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