Truck Driving Trainer

Please Note: This is not a student worker position. It is a full-time position with Amarillo College, posted by the Human Resources Recruiting team. For additional employment info, visit the Amarillo College Job Board on NEOED.

Summary

At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Truck Driving Trainer who will be all-in on our mission and who is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction that prepares students for successful careers in the commercial truck driving industry. This position provides both classroom and hands-on training, ensuring students develop knowledge of industry regulations, safe driving practices, and operational techniques.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred: Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Maintenance or related field. 

Work experience of five (5) or more years can be substituted for education.

EXPERIENCE:
Required: Three (3) years of experience in truck operations.

Preferred: 
 

• Five (5) years verifiable safe driving record for CDL within the last seven (7) years.
• Five (5) or more years responsible over-the-road tractor-trailer maintenance of 15+ vehicles.
• Recent teaching experience in the CDL Training Industry.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:
Required: Valid Class A Driver License (CDL) with a 3-year safe driving record.

Preferred: ASE Diesel certification at a Mastery level; Endorsement: Tanker, Haz-mat, and Doubles.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in accordance with approved curriculum and course outlines.
• Instruct students on commercial vehicle operation, including various equipment types (e.g., tankers, doubles/triples, flatbeds, dry vans, reefers).
• Provide guidance and support for student learning, including coursework, skills development, and job readiness. 
• Demonstrate and evaluate safe driving techniques, vehicle inspections, and compliance with industry regulations. 
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and safety inspections of equipment and training sites.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on trucks and trailers used in training. 
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized training environment, including classrooms and shop areas. 
• Develop and update instructional materials, including training manuals and hands-on exercises. 
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to support successful program completion. 
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and college meetings and initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to conduct thehighest qualityclassroom and hands-on instruction for the entirety of an assigned class. 
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. 
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism in communication, work-style, and dress.
• Ability to secure and safeguard all property, equipment, and training material including credit cards (if applicable) issued by Amarillo College. 
• Comply with all college, state and local policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching/training and related technologies.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Ensure effective two-way communication at all levels.
• Ability to comply with all college, state and local policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 
• Participate in professional learning and development as required under state or local contractual agreements and/or Amarillo College.
• Ability to handle stress and remain calm.
• Ability to work independently and as team member.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations concerning operations of all motor vehicles especially truck and trailer laws

Salary: Amarillo College follows a lag pay strategy, with starting offers typically between the minimum and midpoint of the pay grade, rarely reaching the maximum to support long-term growth within each position. 

Pay grade 12 Amarillo College Pay Grades(salary is determined by Human Resources based on education, work experience and internal comparisons). 

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to perform a wide range of motion and mobility tasks involving climbing, crawling, bending, pulling, pushing and lifting in teaching and demonstrating operation procedures.

Work Conditions: Must be willing to work in inclement weather standing for long periods of time in a classroom setting.

Work Environment: This position works in a classroom environment but can include extensive travel and overnight stays may be required. Evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed.

Travel Expectations:  Employee must comply with all Amarillo College travel rules and policies.

Notice of Background: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Amarillo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.