Commercial Truck Driver Instructor #2691

Job Responsibilities

The Truck Driver instructor will work with minimal instruction/supervision within the guidelines established by the Program Coordinator. The duties will include providing theory, range, and driving instruction to students, inspecting and maintaining school vehicles and equipment, maintaining student training records, and ensuring students adhere to Trident Technical College’s CDL safety.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• This position requires an Associate degree in Transportation Management or Business Technology or a closely related field plus a minimum of three (3) years truck driving experience or a high school diploma and five (5) years of proven behind-the-wheel truck driving experience to include training and assisting students in developing the skills necessary to obtain a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Preferred Qualifications

• All applicants must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age; hold a valid South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License with all necessary endorsements for the motor vehicle equipment being operated.
• Candidate must be able to function in an environment characterized by continual change in information technology.

Teaching Assignments

Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, off-site curriculum, and continuing education courses.

Physical Demands

• Must have the ability to lift 100 pounds, carry 50 pounds, stoop, kneel, crawl, continuously walk, and stand.

Benefits

• For State Employees: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
• Insurance Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement Benefits: State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Workplace Benefits: State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Application Information

• Have you attached a copy of your transcripts? Yes/No
  Current TTC employee/Transcripts are on File
• I voluntarily disclose that I am a: Veteran/Non-Veteran
• Are you subject to or have signed a non-compete agreement that is still in effect? Yes/No
  If yes, you must upload the agreement in order for your application to be considered.
• Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application online. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing salary and work history or education and reference sections of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.