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Job Description: Adjunct, Specialized Transportation (Truck Driving Academy)
Department: Job Workforce and Training Partnerships Pay Classification: PT
Reports To: Dean of Job Workforce and Training Partnerships FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary: The Adjunct Instructor for Specialized Transportation provides advanced classroom and hands-on training for the Hill College Truck Driving Academy. This part-time position supports the instruction of specialized heavy haul and Longer Combination Vehicle (LCV) operations, focusing on advanced driving skills, safety awareness, and compliance with all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. The instructor ensures that students are well-prepared to meet industry standards for safe and efficient operation of specialized transport equipment.
Minimum Required
Education: High school diploma or GED required
Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution preferred
Minimum Required
Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of verifiable, recent experience driving oversize/overweight permitted heavy haul loads and/or LCV doubles or triple trailers.
Instructional or on-the-job training experience preferred, particularly in the specialized transportation or heavy haul industry
Required Certifications
and Qualifications: Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Doubles/Triples endorsement
Verifiable, clean driving record as a CDL operator
Meets all qualifications for an LCV driver-instructor as defined by FMCSA in 49 CFR § 380.111
Core Duties and
Required Knowledge: Deliver classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction on Longer Combination Vehicle (LCV) operations, safety, and FMCSA compliance.
Provide engaging, hands-on training in advanced driving techniques, coupling/uncoupling, and defensive driving for specialized transport.
Instruct students in heavy haul logistics, advanced load securement, and the permitting and routing processes for oversize/overweight loads.
Assess student progress through written exams, driving evaluations, and practical skill assessments.
Teach advanced pre-trip inspection procedures and preventative maintenance techniques for LCVs.
Maintain accurate and timely student records, including attendance, performance, and evaluation results.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing commercial vehicle instruction.
Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional support to students throughout their training.
Demonstrate expert-level understanding of LCV theory, specialized equipment operation, and FMCSA regulations, particularly 49 CFR Part 380.
Apply working knowledge of heavy haul power units, articulated trailers, and industry-standard safety protocols.
Maintain a strong commitment to student success, professionalism, and the mission of Hill College.
Strategic Vision and
Program Development: Support the Truck Driving Academy’s mission to provide high-quality, industry-relevant training that promotes workforce development.
Recommend curriculum improvements and training enhancements based on current industry practices and FMCSA standards.
Contribute to the continued success and reputation of Hill College’s specialized transportation training programs.
Collaboration: Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a welcoming and safe environment that provides a sense of belonging for all.
Work collaboratively with the Director of the Truck Driving Academy and other instructional staff to ensure consistent, high-quality training delivery.
Serve as a professional representative of Hill College in interactions with students, staff, and community partners.
Demonstrated Attributes: Strong communication and instructional skills with the ability to engage diverse adult learners
Demonstrated patience, professionalism, and leadership in a training environment
Exceptional attention to safety and regulatory compliance
Highly organized with effective time-management and recordkeeping skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to the values, mission, and Code of Conduct of Hill College
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity in all professional activities
Other Information: This is a part-time, adjunct position; hours are not guaranteed and are dependent on class demand and enrollment
Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license
Security-sensitive position
Physical Requirements: Medium work; exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work.
Ability to sit for extended periods while operating or instructing in a commercial vehicle
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb in and out of trucks and trailers multiple times per day
Sufficient vision and hearing to safely observe and evaluate student performance
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.) while conducting training activities