Training Coordinator - Transportation & Heavy Equipment

Job Description:

Training Coordinator - Transportation & Heavy Equipment

Description

Job Title
Training Coordinator - Transportation & Heavy Equipment

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Infrastructure Training And Safety Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary
$7,083.34 monthly

Job Location
Bryan, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Training Coordinator

Transportation & Heavy Equipment

$7,083.34/month

Full-Time Staff

Bryan, Texas

The Training Coordinator, under direction of the Infrastructure Training and Safety Institute (ITSI) Transportation & Heavy Equipment Training Manager, coordinates training schedules and deliveries, works with the point of contact at host agencies, and markets/sells training and technical assistance. Responsible for coordinating instructors, monitoring performance and for courses delivered under the Transportation, Heavy Equipment & CDL Programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (equivalency:will consider an Associate’s Degree with four years of related experience in project coordination, management, and/or delivery of adult training or a High School Diploma or GED with six years of related experience in project coordination, management, and/or delivery of adult training)
  
• Two years of related experience in project coordination, management, and/or delivery of adult training.
  

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
  
• Must have a valid Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment.
  
• Ability to obtain TDPS CDL 3rd party examiners certificate within one year of employment.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• First aid and CPR certification.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, and heat during instruction.
  
• Must have physical conditioning consistent with setting up classrooms, movement of heavy training equipment and instructional materials.
  
• Must be able to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Texas Department of Public Safety and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and video applications specifically Teams, Webex, and Zoom.
  
• Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication.
  
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills.
  
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and shift focus while being efficient.
  
• Ability to interact with clients and staff positively and professionally within groups of various sizes.
  
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and work ethic.
  
• Ability to exhibit punctuality by arriving at work and scheduled events on time.
  
• Ability to develop new business as well as maintain current clients.
  
• Ability to assist in the design of new course curriculum and update current curriculum.
  
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
  
• Ability to actively demonstrate the TEEX Values - Safety, Teamwork, Adaptability, Respect, and Stewardship.
  

Equipment:

• Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone.
  
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary.
  
• Backhoe, excavator, forklift, front-end loader, skid steer, & commercial vehicles etc.
  
• Training equipment and props.
  

Notifications:

• This position is security sensitive.
  
• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
  
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.
  
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.
  
• As part of TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director/HQ Department Head.
  
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving a personal or TEEX vehicle and/or flying on commercial airlines.
  
• Texas DPS and FMCSA Regulation requires a valid commercial driver’s license on approved Texas CDL Third Party Skills Testing Examiners.As a result, this position is subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening as required by DPS and FMCSA Regulation.
  
• May regularly direct and/or evaluate the work of others.
  
• Must maintain Texas Department of Public Safety and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements for Designated Responsible Person.
  

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages:

Training Coordination - 80%

• Coordinates training for the Texas CDL Skills Testing Program.
  
• Serves as Designated Responsible Person for Texas CDL testing program.
  
• Designs, develops, coordinates, and conducts Texas CDL training to include the approval process to be an approved training provider for Federal Motor Carrier Administrations.
  
• Coordinates all aspects for Texas CDL testing to include scheduling examinee, examiner, and site approval.
  
• Conducts trainer and course audits to ensure compliance with the terms of Texas Department of Public Safety/Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration.
  
• Coordinates training for the Transportation & Heavy Equipment program.
  
• Coordinates exams and assists in the preparation of the training schedule that includes instructor assignments.
  
• Periodically monitors instructors and course deliveries.
  
• Participates in the hiring, training, and the assignment of tasks for staff.
  
• Supervises assigned staff, evaluates performance, provides coaching, feedback, and addresses issues as necessary.
  
• Actively coordinates and participates in team meetings and events.
  
• Assists staff with the review and updating of program curriculum.
  

Administrative Support - 20%

• Collects and manages all required documentation on examinees.
  
• Submits monthly reports to Texas Department of Public Safety.
  
• As required, must maintain monthly financial and course delivery progress reports.
  
• Supports and assists the Training Manager as needed.
  
• Markets Agency and Division programs and events to potential customers and students.
  
• Assists program business development by helping customers and students determine training and technical assistance needs.
  
• Responds to customer leads and builds and maintains relationships with program customers and students.
  

Other Duties:

• Participates in professional development opportunities.
  
• Maintains a clean and professional appearance and work area.
  
• Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property.
  
• Performs additional work duties as assigned.
  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.