PT Instructor - CDL

Basic Purpose of Position The part-time instructor will provide high-quality instruction to students enrolled in the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program, preparing them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed as professional drivers. Areas of instruction will include truck maintenance, defensive driving, freight handling, security, and fire protection.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License along with a clean motor vehicle report for the past five (5) years required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of driving experience required.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• All CDL instructor positions are contingent upon passing a road test and drug screening.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel instruction in accordance with state and federal CDL training requirements.
• Ensure that all instruction aligns with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards and college policies.
• Teach students proper vehicle inspection, defensive driving techniques, safe vehicle operation, and compliance with DOT regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress while providing constructive feedback to support skill development.
• Maintain accurate student attendance, performance, and training records.
• Assist with test preparation for CDL knowledge, skills and road exams.
• Ensure a safe learning environment by modeling and enforcing safety procedures.
• Support curriculum updates and program improvements as needed.

Working Schedule This position will have a flexible and varying schedule dependent upon class offerings and student needs. This will include evening and weekend hours.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is performed in classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel training environments.
• Requires operating commercial vehicles, standing outdoors for extended periods, and demonstrating vehicle inspections and maneuvers.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, traffic hazards, and mechanical risks.
• Strict adherence to DOT and college safety protocols is required.

Tri-County Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Upon request, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities so that they may be able to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would result in an undue burden for the College.

Tri-County Community Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. The College is also approved by the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts, the North Carolina Board of Nursing, the North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy, and the American Association of Medical Assistants.

An Equal Opportunity Employer