CMCC - CDL Trainer

Central Maine Community College; Auburn (ME); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings

Paid holidays

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Central Maine Community College in Auburn, ME is seeking a CDL Trainer to deliver classroom and hands-on CDL instruction, focusing on vehicle operation, safety regulations, and trip planning.

The trainer will assess student progress, provide advising to help students achieve licensure, and maintain a safe teaching environment, including yard oversight and vehicle maintenance coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 22 years or older.
• Valid State of Maine Class A license and approval through the College’s vehicle insurance policy to drive college-owned vehicles.
• At least 6 years’ experience as a licensed operator.
• 2+ years’ experience driving a commercial vehicle requiring a CDL A.

Responsibilities

• Instruct CDL classroom and behind-the-wheel training.
• Teach topics: vehicle operation, safety regulations, vehicle systems, trip planning, driver responsibilities.
• Assess student performance and advise to help meet licensing goals.
• Maintain a safe training environment and oversee training vehicles and yard, coordinating maintenance as needed.
• Prepare students for CDL skills testing and licensure.

Skills

CDL A license

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

# CMCC - CDL TrainerCentral Maine - Auburn, ME 04210## Description**Title:**CDL Trainer**Bargaining Unit/Salary Level:**Salary and Benefits commensurate with the Agreement between the MCCS Trustees and the MEA Administrators Unit. This position is currently pending classification, but is expected to be in the vicinity of $55,000. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon continued funding and need.**Responsibilities:**The CDL Trainer provides both classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to students pursuing their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Responsibilities include teaching topics such as vehicle operation, safety regulations, vehicle systems, trip planning, and driver responsibilities; assessing student performance; and providing advising and support to help students successfully meet licensing and career goals. The trainer also provides hands-on training in vehicle operation, backing, parking, and road driving while evaluating student competency and preparing students for CDL skills testing and licensure.In addition to instructions, the CDL Trainer is responsible for maintaining a safe and effective training environment through routine inspection of training vehicles and equipment, coordination of maintenance and repairs, and oversight of the training yard to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational readiness.**Minimum Qualifications:*** High school diploma or GED equivalent* Must be 22 years of age or older* Valid State of Maine Class A license and approval through the College’s vehicle insurance policy to drive college-owned vehicles* At least 6 years’ experience as a licensed operator* 2+ years’ experience driving a commercial vehicle requiring a CDL A* Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance* Basic computer skills**Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** 10+ years’ experience driving a commercial motor vehicle requiring a CDL A**Why work for the Maine Community College System? Benefits may include:*** Health, Dental and Vision Insurance* Life Insurance* Retirement Savings* Flexible Spending Accounts* Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)* Paid Holidays* Statewide Locations* Tuition Waivers* Training* 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant**Applicant Process:** Consideration will begin on October 20, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants shall submit a cover letter addressing the ability to meet the above-listed responsibilities and a resume, employment application, and transcripts. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.