Demo

Transportation Field Trainer

Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/17/2026

Description Summary

This position will train and supervise students in accordance with the College, Transportation Technology Center, State and Federal policies, laws and rules, always ensuring a safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. The Field Trainer will be responsible for presenting materials in a classroom setting verbally or through electronic means and assisting in the operation of simulators for the purpose of training students.

Examples of Duties

Constant (67-100%)

  • Train students under the Transportation Technology Center guide lines, assisting them at all times in a positive manner.
  • Practice safe operation of a semi-truck at all times.
  • Effectively organize and teach individualized and/or group coursework in accordance with established program objectives.
  • Organize and present various concepts to a wide variety of students with varying backgrounds and abilities and adjust teaching techniques according to students’ needs.
  • Maintain appropriate learning environment.
  • Distribute appropriate materials to students as necessary.
  • Administer required assessments for educational gains.
  • Promote safe and responsible driving at all times.
  • Guide students in choosing attainable educational goals and follow up on goal outcomes.
  • Motivate and encourage students towards their learning goals.
  • Work cooperatively with other departments and college personnel in ensuring student success.
  • Work in a positive manner with all truck driving companies.
  • Work with partner companies to complete student daily and master record paperwork.
  • Follow instructions.

Frequent (34-66%)

  • Communicate with the Coordinator and/or Director of changes in dispatch or problems on the road with the student(s) or trainee(s).
  • Evaluate and accurately report student performance.
  • Demonstrate proper techniques for training exercises.
  • Evaluate and train Trainees for companies.

Occasional (10-33%)

  • Assist in training new trainers as directed.
  • Attend in-services.
  • Take trips for the college or companies for the purpose of training students or trainees.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Be able and willing to represent Iowa Central Community College in a positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.

2. Possess knowledge of the entire program, including field, street, and classroom instructions.

3. Be able to assume responsibilities and deal effectively with instructors and students and their concerns.

4. Be able to complete daily paperwork needed for record retention and companies.

5. Assist in instructor training as directed.

6. Must meet all the Federal Motor Carrier Regulations and all of the State of Iowa Department of Transportation regulations as well as policies and procedures set by the Transportation Technology Center.

7. Be able to learn and apply computer skills and use email.


Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have 2 years (4 years preferred) of semi-truck driving experience (Class A Tractor/Trailer combination) and be familiar with CDL requirements. Excellent communication skills required. No alcohol-related charges in the past 5 years and must be able to pass DOT physical and drug testing. Must be able to maintain medical and CDL qualifications throughout employment.

Supplemental Information

GENERAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Position involves constant (67-100%) talking, listening, observing, communicating verbally and physically, walking, standing, setting, entering and exiting a commercial motor vehicle; frequent (34-66%), reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping; and occasional (10-33%) kneeling, carrying up to 50 pounds.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform other duties as assigned.

Salary : $53,706 - $59,077

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Transportation Field Trainer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Transportation Field Trainer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$66,642 - $81,629
Income Estimation: 
$79,540 - $98,616
Income Estimation: 
$102,517 - $196,564
Income Estimation: 
$105,679 - $151,773
Income Estimation: 
$54,757 - $95,315
Income Estimation: 
$63,454 - $101,244
Income Estimation: 
$53,080 - $99,161
Income Estimation: 
$87,640 - $113,243
Income Estimation: 
$77,897 - $116,523
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Iowa Central Community College

  • Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge, IA
  • Description Summary The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for assisting the head football coach in all aspects of coaching. Involving recruiting, ret... more
  • 8 Days Ago

  • Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge, IA
  • Description Summary The Financial Aid Coordinator will evaluate and verify financial aid applications in accordance with Federal regulations, conduct stude... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge, IA
  • Description Summary Serve as primary contact to the admissions customer relationship management (CRM) system. Perform and carry out activities related to t... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge, IA
  • Description Summary This position is for second shift, 4pm to 12am Monday through Friday. A $0.50 per hour shift differential will be added to base hourly ... more
  • 9 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Transportation Field Trainer jobs in the Fort Dodge, IA area that may be a better fit.

  • TMC Transportation Ankeny, IA
  • TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC pr... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Cleft of the Rock, Inc. West Des Moines, IA
  • Field Trainer & Sales Representative About Us At Cleft of the Rock , we provide businesses and individuals with supplemental insurance solutions that prote... more
  • 4 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!