Instructor, Diesel Technology

Cecil-College; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Cecil College's Workforce Development & Business Solutions Department seeks a Diesel Technology Instructor to deliver hands-on, industry-aligned training for motivated students. You will teach diesel repair and maintenance, assess progress, and mentor learners in a shop environment.

The role emphasizes safety oversight, real-world skills, and working evenings 2x per week for 6 hours. ASE certification in medium/heavy-duty diesel equipment is required; teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of related practical work experience and demonstrated skills in diesel vehicle maintenance, repairs and diagnostic tools.
• ASE Certifications in medium and heavy-duty diesel equipment.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent people skills.
• Self-starter, creative problem-solver with good judgment and strong customer service.

Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: Teach diesel repair and maintenance to industry standards using adult-learning methods.
• Student Assessment & Guidance: Instruct, evaluate, mentor students; administer tests; track attendance and performance; provide feedback.
• Safety & Equipment Oversight: Supervise students in safe use of tools and shop equipment.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Diagnostic tools

Student mentorship

Teaching

Education

ASE Certifications in medium- and heavy-duty diesel

Job description

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic diesel professional ready to shape the next generation of technicians? Bring your expertise to Cecil College! We foster a supportive, high-integrity environment where your real-world experience can truly make an impact. The Workforce Development & Business Solutions Department is seeking a skilled Diesel Technology Instructor to deliver hands‑on, industry‑aligned training to eager, career‑focused students.

• Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: Teach diesel repair and maintenance in accordance with industry standards using adult learning methodologies.
• Student Assessment & Guidance: Instruct, evaluate, and mentor students; administer tests to measure progress; track attendance and performance; and provide constructive feedback to support skill development.
• Safety & Equipment Oversight: Direct and supervise students in the safe, proper use of tools and equipment in the shop environment.

As a part-time Diesel Technology instructor, you must believe in the power of sharing your knowledge, motivating others, and putting students first and must be passionate about training tomorrow’s workforce.

• Additional requirements include: ASE Certifications in medium and heavy‑duty diesel equipment.
• At least five (5) years of related practical work experience and demonstrated skills in diesel vehicle maintenance, repairs and diagnostic tools.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent people skills.
• Must be a self‑starter, creative in problem solving, exercise good judgments and ethics, and have superior customer service skills.

Schedule is 2x/week, 6 hours/week, evenings.