CDL Behind The Wheel Trainer

Description

Turn your professional driving experience into an opportunity to inspire and train the next generation of commercial drivers! As a CDL Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) Trainer, you'll provide students with hands-on, supervised, in-cab training on the driving range and public roads, helping them build the skills and confidence needed for success. The CDL Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) Trainer gives Commercial Driver's License students supervised, in-cab training on the range and on public roads.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.

1. Provide in-cab training to CDL students on the driving range and on public roads.
2. Train students on basic control skills, backing maneuvers, shifting, space and speed management, hazard perception, and safe operation in traffic.
3. Supervise and instruct students on pre-trip, enroute, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
4. Maintain safe supervision of the training vehicle at all times and safely intervene from the passenger position, to prevent unsafe operation.
5. Document each student’s BTW hours, skills performance in, progress towards and completion of assessments in the program's record systems, accurately and on the day of instruction.
6. Report student progress, skill gaps, and readiness concerns to the instructor. Recommend additional practice where needed.
7. Inspect training vehicles before and after use. Report defects, damage, and maintenance needs promptly, and remove unsafe vehicles from service.
8. Report all accidents, incidents, near misses, and student conduct concerns immediately, following college policy.
9. Model professional driving behavior and enforce college safety, conduct, and drug and alcohol policies with students.
10. Help prepare students for the Wisconsin DMV CDL skills test, including practice runs on the range and over the road.
11. If certified, serve as a CDL Skills Test Examiner for students trained by other trainers and instructors.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate clearly and calmly with adult learners of varied backgrounds and experience levels, including under stress.
• Ability to keep accurate written and electronic training records.
• No CDL disqualification, suspension, revocation, or cancellation in the preceding two years.
• Meets all Wisconsin DMV requirements that apply to CDL instructors.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record, based on the college's MVR standard.
• Ability to drive all trucks and trailer combinations offer in the truck driving program.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Valid Class A CDL with every endorsement needed to operate the training vehicles.
2. At least two (2) years of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle that requires a CDL of the same or higher class, or at least two (2) years of experience as a BTW instructor in a commercial motor vehicle of that class.
3. Valid DOT medical examiner’s certificate kept current throughout employment.
4. High school diploma or equivalent.
5. Valid WI DMV CDL 3rd party testing Examiner certification preferred.

Supplemental Information

The part-time Behind The Wheel Trainer (Casual) is available immediately.

Position details:
This is a part-time, casual, up to 19 hours per week position, not eligible for benefits..

Hours:

Hours vary and may include daytime, evening, or weekend shifts, Monday through Sunday.

For more information or to learn more about this position please contact Lynda Busack at LNicely@wctc.edu or via phone (262) 695-7806.

Application Details:
All applicants must submit a cover letter, current resume with application submission.

Internal team members are encouraged to grow their careers at WCTC! To be eligible to apply for a new role, employees must be in their current position for at least six (6) months.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain that authorization through employment. Verification of employment eligibility will be required upon hire. WCTC does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.