Instructor (CTE) Truck Driving

Deadline: 11/19/2026 COMPANY OVERVIEW : Proteus is the premier provider of training, education, and community services within the agriculturally rich Central San Joaquin Valley. Since its inception in 1967, Proteus has been in a continuous state of evolution, adding and expanding services as the changing needs of the workforce emerge. Our “Mission” is to provide education, workplace training, job placement, and other support services to farm-working families and diverse program participants to empower them to achieve self-sufficiency. COMPANY BENEFITS : Proteus, Inc. is proud to offer our eligible employees a comprehensive benefits program, which includes: § A 37.5-hour workweek § 13 paid holidays § Self-care and bereavement leave § Health Insurance § Dental Insurance § Vision insurance § Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) § Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage § Voluntary insurance options § A 403(b) and Roth retirement plan § Flexible spending account options § An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) § A generous $1,500 tuition assistance program Additionally, Proteus, Inc. is proud to be a Public Service Loan Forgiveness-certified employer. POSITION SUMMARY: Prepare Proteus participants for entry-level truck driving employment through instruction of specific skills training and positive work habits. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Instructs and trains students on basic truck driving operations, basic controls, safety and emergency procedures, inspections, maneuvers, reporting requirements, regulations and other non-vehicle activities. Demonstrates methods and procedures involved in truck driving including: driving, shifting, backing, docking, coupling and uncoupling, parking, and loading. Supervises, manages and maintains all training operations and equipment. Develops and maintains lesson plans, course objectives and curriculum. Develops and implements instruction in good work habits and attitudes. Develops and maintains contacts with employers and local businesses to develop potential employment sites including establishing employer site tour visits for students. Develops and implements an ongoing skills evaluation system of individual and class progress leading to course objectives. Assesses local needs relating to course content and revises and adjusts curriculum to meet local employer needs. Works closely with employment and training and case management staff to provide ongoing student development, assessment, and guidance. Counsels students both on an individual and group basis in the area of responsibility, motivation and self-confidence. Completes all necessary paperwork and systems data entry in a timely manner, documents participant files, and prepares written reports upon request of the Supervisor. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred; or three years directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. COMPUTER SKILLS: Moderate computer skills required for data entry, Word, Excel, and other software programs, as required for the position. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, or organizations. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply …

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