Associate Instructor, Truck Driving, Clarksville

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for a full-time Associate Instructor position in the Truck Driving program at the Clarksville Campus.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education with credentials in related field preferred. A comparable combination of related work experience and education may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an over-the-road driver with an exemplary driving record.
• Must hold a current valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement. Additional endorsements a plus.
• Willingness to attend training to obtain a CDL 3

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SKILLS

GENERAL DUTIES : The Truck Driving Associate Instructor is responsible for working in conjunction with a second instructor to provide individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adult students to prepare them for employment as commercial truck drivers. Areas of instruction include but are not limited to : safety regulations; driving techniques for various situations; truck and trailer operation; hazardous materials transportation etc. The Associate Instructor must monitor grade and evaluate individual student progress; maintain student records in the colleges student records management software and other required databases; maintain appropriate documentation; submit timely reports; assist in recruiting new students; assist with graduate placement; develop maintain and update program curriculum and lesson plans and participate in professional development. This position must also maintain good public relations with business and industry; maintain an active advisory committee and cooperate with outside agencies. The position is full-time and reports to the Clarksville Campus Director. Scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday 7 : 30 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m. Scheduled class hours are Monday through Friday 8 : 00 a.m. to 2 : 30 p.m. Instruction is delivered in-person. This is not a remote work position.

SALARY : $50894-$61074 annually ($26.10-$31.32 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines and directly related experience.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW : Complete application and submit resume at : Apply Now Truck Driving Instructor-Clarksville. Applications with resumes received by November 20 2025 will be assured full consideration. Review of résumés with completed employment application will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS : Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal / financial background check motor vehicle record check and drug screen will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion creed ethnicity or national origin sex disability age status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies : Corey Choate Vice President of Operations 740 Hwy 46 S Dickson TN 37055 . The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at 10 / 21 / 2025

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 50894 - 61074