Position Announcement

Position Title: Truck Driving Instructor, Full-Time

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton is accepting applications for a full-time Truck Driving Instructor position at the Boones Creek Extension Campus. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma required
• Valid commercial driver's license in Tennessee
• Minimum of five years’ recent over-the-road driving experience with an exemplary record
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organize and deliver theoretical and practical instruction to prepare students for CDL certification
• Teaching experience preferred

 GENERAL DUTIES: 

The Truck Driving Instructor is responsible for teaching all aspects of the program, including:

• Safety regulations, CDL regulations, and traffic laws
• Road atlas navigation and highway route planning
• Instruments and cab controls
• Engine and air brake systems
• Driving techniques for adverse weather conditions
• Hazardous materials transportation
• Clutch, gear, and transmission patterns
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers
• Obstacle course navigation and backing procedures
• Defensive driving techniques
• Over-the-road driving experiences.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assisting in development and purchasing for the truck driving program
• Maintaining an active advisory committee
• Regular communication with business and industry partners
• Training and conducting third-party testing
• Serving as a DOT examiner as required 
• Administrative duties, including but not limited to curriculum development, student record-keeping, recruitment, graduate placement, and program budgeting
• Participation in professional development and student organizations

SALARY: Commensurate with Tennessee College of Applied Technology salary guidelines.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Use of a computer
• Normal standing, sitting, and walking
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stoop, stand and work, with or without accommodation to demonstrate and perform work-based projects
• Operating a motor vehicle to travel within the college service area and beyond as needed.

APPLICATION & RESUME SUBMISSION: 

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, applicable certifications and an online application: https://tcatelizabethton.edu/about/jobs-and-employment. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

APPLICATION REVIEW: 

Review of complete application will begin immediately.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant factors in accordance with institutional policy and applicable laws.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Elizabethton

does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex,

disability, age status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and

regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and

activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination

policies: Patricia.Henderson@tcatelizabethton.edu.