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Ancora offers an extensive benefits package, including 401(k), after 30 days of full-time employment, and 2 weeks of paid time off after 90 days!
Job Summary
This position will be responsible for all driver training functions for the CDL training program on campus. The CDL Driver Trainers will have proven longevity in the field, excellent communication skills, possess demonstrated physical, intellectual, and leadership ability to perform duties over the road, maneuvering range, and in classroom instruction.
The CDL Driver Trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Education, Program Director, or their designee.
Experience Required:
Minimum:
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): High School Diploma or GED
- 3 years of on-the-road experience within the last 5 years
- Valid CDL-A License
- Ability to pass our road test, as applicable
- Must have a current DOT medical card
- As operator of Class A equipment, ability to pass DOT drug tests upon hire and on an ongoing basis
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., get in and out of the tractor throughout the day, and stand and walk up to 10 hours per day, in all weather conditions
- Weekends are required
Key Responsibilities
- Promotes and Maintains a Positive Learning Environment
- Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of all school policies, and adheres to and upholds their implementation and enforcement.
- Convenes all assigned classes following their start and end times.
- Maintains a safe environment for all students, faculty, 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 school, faculty, and self
- Maintains professional dress and demeanor
- 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 advanced notification regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during the 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 appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff.
- Maintains flexibility in fulfilling the instructional needs of the school.
- Delivers Instructional Material
- Train students in all areas of trucking/driving
- Administer written tests on classroom material and evaluate grades
- Conduct pre-trip inspections to tractor-trailers
- Instruct air-brake test
- Instruct straight-line backing
- Instruct 45-degree alley-docking
- Instruct parallel parking – sight side / blind side
- Utilizes effective delivery skills (e.g., eye contact, voice intonation, and various questioning techniques).
- Draws on personal experiences to relate the material presented.
Ancora is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal-opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
