What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driving Instructor position at AMX Logistics?
Job Summary:
The Driving Instructor will teach students to operate a CMV and in accordance with applicable FMSCA and DOT regulations.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· Oversees students as they learn to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely and properly.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Instructs students in the skills needed to operate a CMV.
· Rides along with student drivers and evaluates how well the student can operate a CMV.
· Explains safe steering, braking, and turning techniques; covers defensive driving techniques.
· Demonstrates how to handle skids and other driving emergencies.
· Teaches students to park a CMV using a variety of different parking methods.
· Provides instruction on how to safely operate an CMV in city traffic, highway driving, residential, and rural driving.
· Teaches students the state’s motor vehicle laws, including speed limits, driver rights of way, pedestrian rights, accident reporting, and insurance regulations.
· Familiarizes students with highway markings, signs, and signals.
· Ensures students are familiar with the controls and gauges on an CMV.
· Introduces basic concepts of vehicle maintenance.
· Administers daily evaluations related to materials covered in class and practical exercises.
· Performs other related duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Extensive knowledge of commercial motor vehicle laws and vehicle operation.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to teach students the principles of operating an CMV.
· Ability to be patient and remain calm when riding with a student driver.
Education and Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Two years of related experience.
· Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
· Law enforcement or teaching background desirable.
· Experience with both van and flatbed operations.
Physical Requirements:
· Prolonged periods of standing on the driving range as well as riding in a vehicle.
· Physical ability to operate an CMV.
· Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person