What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Instructor position at TMC Transportation?
TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you’re seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.
TMC Transportation has an immediate part-time opening for a Yard Instructor working out of our yard in Ankeny, IA.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The primary function of a Yard Instructor is to assist in instruction, evaluation, and preparations of new trainees for the over-the-road truck driver positions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct instruction and hands-on training related to all aspects of commercial over-the-road truck driving that trainees are required to master before being released into their own tractor-trailer unit
- Constructively evaluate trainees and give feedback
- Maintain and uphold the TMC Transportation values
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
- Ability to communicate and interact with trainees in a learning environment.
- Must hold and maintain a valid Class “A” Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
- Excellent driving record.
- Prior driving experience.
- Experience backing and operating a tractor-trailer unit in town and confined spaces.