Instructor, CDL Training

Cuyahoga Community College; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College is seeking a part-time Instructor for the Truck Driving Academy to develop and facilitate CDL training for students. You will lead classroom activities, manage attendance records, and assist in maintaining state compliance within the Transportation Innovation Center.

The role requires a CDL Class A license, 3+ years of CDL experience, and the ability to work as a self-motivated team member in an on-site setting. 1040 annual hours cap applies.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license with required endorsements.
• Minimum 3 years of verifiable CDL Class A driving experience.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screening.
• No felony convictions; must pass state background check.
• Clean driving record with limited points in past 3 years.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for long portions of the day.

Responsibilities

• Teaches CDL Class A driving to CDL students.
• Monitors attendance and maintains student records.
• Ensures program compliance with state requirements.
• Assists in recruitment and enrollment activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL experience

Clean driving record

Communication skills

Team player

DOT compliance

Background check

Diversity sensitivity

Stand/walk long hours

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDL Class A license (endorsements except HAZMAT, Passenger, School Bus)

Insurability meeting college requirements

Job description

Department: Transportation Innovation Center

Location: Transportation Center

Reports To: Director, TIC

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req5571

Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Part-Time Hourly as scheduled

Job Description

The Instructor, Truck Driving Academy role develops and facilitates training for students of the College's Truck Driving Academy, including leadership and control of classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Teaches students skills and knowledge necessary to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A driver's license
• Monitors attendance and maintains student records
• Assists in program compliance with State requirements
• Assists in participant recruitment and enrollment activities
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Three years of verifiable CDL Class "A" driving experience in all weather conditions
• Must have CDL Class "A" license with all endorsements except Hazardous Materials, Passenger and School Bus
• Clean driving record with no more than two (2) points and/or two (2) moving violations in the previous three years
• No record of Operating Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVI), Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Reckless Operation convictions in the past ten (10) years
• Must meet the College insurability requirements
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screening examination
• No felony convictions; must pass Ohio Department of Public Safety background check
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to function as a self-motivated team player capable of working with minimal supervision
• Ability to stand and walk a large portion of the work day
• Demonstrated ability to interact with individuals from diverse and multi-ethnic background and sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer proficiency
• Ohio Department of Public Safety CDL Instructor's license
• Smith System driver safety training
• Completion of the National Safety Council Defensive Driver's Training for Commercial Drivers

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work schedule is determined based on business need. The total work hours should not exceed 1040 per fiscal year.

Special Note

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.