Instructor - DOT Transportation, Dwed

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Job Description

Delivers high-quality instructional training to prepare students and industry professionals in public safety, infrastructure integrity, and regulatory compliance aligned with Nevada DOT, FMCSR, and OSHA standards. The instructor will teach proper vehicle inspection protocols, regulatory requirements, and safety compliance rather than performing field inspections directly.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: Teach commercial vehicle, infrastructure, and operational safety compliance according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), OSHA, and DOT standards.

• Inspection Procedures Training: Guide students through step-by-step procedures for conducting pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.

• Regulatory Compliance Instruction: Train learners on how to verify Hours of Service (HOS), Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data, permits, and hazardous materials placarding.

• Infrastructure Safety Concepts: Instruct students on roadway, pavement, and National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) inspection methodologies.

• Reporting & Communication: Teach best practices for documenting inspection findings using digital reporting systems, clear driver/public communication, and de-escalation techniques.

Required Knowledge & Certification Background

(Candidates must possess the experience or credentials necessary to instruct on the following DOT-aligned areas in Nevada)

• CVSA Inspector Knowledge: Ability to teach Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) safety inspection criteria.

• Nevada DOT Inspector Credentials (Level I–III): Expertise to instruct on full vehicle, driver, and hazardous materials inspection standards.

• Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Endorsement: Mastery of HazMat compliance, placarding, and transport rules.

• NBIS Bridge Inspection: Familiarity with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) to teach structural and bridge safety awareness.

• OSHA Compliance: Authorization or ability to teach OSHA 10/30 safety basics.

• ELD & HOS Standards: Knowledge to instruct on Hours of Service regulations and ELD verification practices.

• Optional Knowledge Areas: FAA airfield safety awareness or rail/transit safety modules.

• Skills & Competencies

• Strong mastery of DOT, FMCSR, and OSHA regulations with the ability to explain complex standards clearly.

• Knowledge of vehicle safety defects, structural violations, and standard inspection tools/equipment.

• Proficiency in digital reporting tools used across the transport industry.

• Strong classroom management, instructional delivery, and conflict resolution skills.

Hourly Rate

$50.00 per hour

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent 

48.8%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• IDP Certification from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

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Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.  

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.  

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