Commercial Transportation Instructor

Beaufort County Community College; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort County Community College in Washington, NC seeks a Commercial Transportation Instructor to lead CDL truck driver training, fleet maintenance, and diesel technology courses. This full-time professional role requires teaching across in-person and online modalities, maintaining records, ensuring ELDT and FMCSA compliance, and coordinating scheduling and safety in a flexible week including weekends.

Candidates should have an associate degree or higher in a diesel/mechanics field and NC

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher in diesel mechanics or related field.
• Knowledge of FMCSA regulations and ELDT requirements.
• Knowledge of the Commercial Trucking industry.
• Some experience with basic fleet maintenance and/or diesel mechanics.
• Active NC Class A CDL or ability to secure that license within one year of hiring.
• Ability to maintain an organized filing system related to student records, program data, and oversight.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Commercial Transportation classes, incl. CDL driver training and diesel mechanic courses.
• Maintains a flexible, full-time schedule including weekend coverage.
• Maintains accurate registration, attendance, payroll, and course records.
• Tracks attendance, student progress, skills assessments, and ELDT documentation; verifies FMCSA/NCDMV requirements.
• Maintains standardized records for CDL, Hazmat, Passenger, Forklift, Fleet Maintenance courses; secure format.
• Prepares and updates course syllabi; implement curriculum revisions as needed.
• Sets up and manages courses in Canvas LMS; backup for online instruction.
• Develops and maintains course scheduling, including road trips and coverage.
• Creates safe learning environment and protects FERPA data; fosters professional conduct.
• Submits reports and fulfills contract provisions.

Skills

FMCSA regulations

ELDT requirements

Trucking industry knowledge

Fleet maintenance experience

CDL Class A license (NC)

Record keeping & FERPA

Education

Associate degree or higher in diesel/mechanics

Job description

Location

Location Washington, NC

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time

Type of Position

Type of Position Professional

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher in diesel mechanics or mechanic-related field.
• Knowledge of FMCSA regulations and ELDT requirements.
• Knowledge of the Commercial Trucking industry.
• Some experience with basic fleet maintenance and/or diesel mechanics.
• Active NC Class A CDL or the ability to secure that license within one year of hiring.
• Ability to maintain an organized filing system related to student records, program data, and industry and agency oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Class-A Commercial Driver License.
• NC CDL Third Party Examiner.
• Qualified Forklift trainer.
• Defensive driving instructor.
• NC Third-Party Escort Vehicle Operator Course Instructor.
• 2 years of experience in fleet maintenance or diesel mechanics.
• 2 years of experience driving Class A commercial vehicles.

Under the direction of the Director of Commercial Transportation, the Commercial Transportation Instructor work cooperatively with BCCC staff to perform the following:

• Teaches Commercial Transportation classes, which may include CDL truck driver training, fleet maintenance, diesel mechanic, other heavy engine mechanical, or other transportation-related courses. Courses could be taught in standard seated, hybrid, online, HyFlex, or other modalities.
• Maintains a flexible, full-time work week that includes regular weekend coverage with hours adjusted around program needs.
• Maintains accurate registration, attendance, payroll, and other course, student, program, and departmental records.
• Tracks course attendance, student progress, skills assessments, and required ELDT documentation. Verifies that all applicable FMCSA and NCDMV requirements are met.
• Maintains a complete, standardized record for each CDL , Hazmat, Passenger, Forklift, Fleet Maintenance, and other Commercial Transportation course in a secure, electronic format and locked physical format for authorized review and audit.
• Regularly prepares, reviews, and updates course syllabi. Recommends and implements curriculum revisions as needed.
• Sets up and manages courses in the Canvas LMS and serves as a trained backup for online course administration and instruction.
• Develops and maintains adjunct, student, and course scheduling, including road trip monitoring and driving pad usage. Arranges training coverage when assigned to other duties.
• Creates an effective learning environment and uses teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles. Maintains a classroom environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security. Assists adjunct instructors in doing the same.
• Submits required reports and fulfills all contract provisions.
• Assists students with credential documentation requirements and accurately uploads necessary documentation to state and federal agencies in a timely manner.
• Coordinates and/or performs proper equipment maintenance and repairs: Inspects, troubleshoots, and coordinates preventative maintenance and repairs for department vehicles and equipment and performs mechanical work when appropriately qualified.
• Maintains appropriate separation between skills instruction and CDL skills testing.
• Maintains student, instructor, staff, and institutional confidentiality. Monitors work area to ensure instructor and student data is being protected according to Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations.
• Adapts and responds to changing work situations and environments in a positive manner. Exhibits flexibility.
• Participates in professional development activities designed to enhance job skills and knowledge as agreed upon by employee and supervisor.
• Interacts with students, the public, the community, and co-workers in a cooperative, courteous, and professional manner. Represents the college, division, department, and program in a positive and professional manner.
• Complies with all college policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Estimated Hours per Week

40 hours per week. Nights and weekends required.

Salary

Salary $50,500 - $62,500 Based on the College’s salary plan and commensurate with education and relevant work experience.

Open Date

Open Date 10/23/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/11/2026

Open Until Filled

No

About Us

Beaufort County Community College serves a 2,100 square mile service region comprised of four counties (Beaufort, Hyde, Tyrrell, and Washington) in coastal North Carolina. BCCC maintains a 126-acre main campus in Washington, NC, and centers in Engelhard, NC, and Roper, NC. The college enrolls over 2,100 unduplicated headcount students per year in its credit programs and approximately 4,100 unduplicated headcount students in its continuing education programs. The college places a strong emphasis on achievement of student success outcomes within a collegial, collaborative, and welcoming atmosphere.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an active NC Class A CDL or the ability to secure that license within one year of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with at least basic fleet maintenance or diesel mechanics?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you closely related by blood or marriage to a current employee of BCCC? If so, please indicate your relation and the BCCC employee.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • BCCC Website
  • NC Community College Sysem Website
  • MatchForce
  • Washington Daily News (or website)
  • Daily Reflector (or website)
  • College or University Career Center
  • NC Division of Workforce Solutions
  • Monster.com
  • Indeed.com
  • Greater Diversity
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • BCCC Employee
  • Other