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Posting Number SF1967PPosition Title Certified Adaptive Driving Instructor Position Type Classified Staff/Hourly Department Human Services - Troy Division College of Health and Human Services Campus Troy Work Status Full-Time (FT) Temporary No Location Troy - T01 Job Summary
PLEASE NOTE: Position is located in Muscle Shoals, AL
The Certified Adaptive Driving Instructor position is responsible for assisting the Certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) in serving consumers in the ADRS Adaptive Driving Program, including but not be limited to: assisting CDRS in evaluation and training for ADT services; maintaining specialized adaptive equipment and devices related to ADT program for use in the evaluation and treatment of orthopedically, and/or neurologically impaired clients of ADRS; performing scheduled maintenance, service, and minor repair of vehicles and mounting equipment; and scheduling all service station related work.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Credentials of Certified Driving Instructor, or eligible for certification as a Certified Driving Instructor in the State of Alabama. 3. Certified in the State of Alabama as a 3rd party License Examiner or Alabama 3rd Party License examiner eligible. 4. Valid Alabama state driver's license. 5. Some knowledge of: the operation of internal combustion engines and related power trains, hydraulic, and electrical systems; servicing requirements and maintenance procedures for motor vehicles. 6. Experience in interpreting and applying technical information contained in mechanical maintenance service manuals; listening to and visually inspecting vehicles to detect mechanical wear, damage, or reasons for failure. 7. Experience in using a computer to enter and retrieve information. 8. Good knowledge of Alabama traffic safety laws; safe driving practices; vehicle service and preventive maintenance requirements. 9. Experience in detecting malfunctions in vehicle mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems. 10. Able to maintain accurate vehicle operation logs. 11. Some knowledge of adaptations of wheelchairs and special seating devices; use and sources of vehicle adaptive equipment, medical, therapeutic, positioning, and protective equipment and devices. 12. Some basic knowledge of: anatomy and neuromuscular physiology; intellectual disabilities; seizure and behavior disorders, orthotic and prosthetic principles and devices. 13. Good knowledge of: safety precautions and procedures relating to mechanical equipment and repair shops.
Preferred Qualifications
1. College experience
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving is a primary responsibility Work Hours
Will vary To be determined
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Physical ability to lift and/or carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No Posting Date 05/12/2023 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Position located in Muscle Shoals, AL.
Position is funded by external sponsor agency. Troy University is under no obligation to maintain this position if funding from external source is reduced or ceased.
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