Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Instructor (Temp PT)
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Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC)
Monroeville, PA, US
Summary
Instruct students in all phases of truck driving, maintenance, and safety to prepare them for CDL testing. Maintain student records, manage equipment fueling, and coordinate with the leasing company for vehicle repairs.
Job Description
Position Title: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Instructor (Temp PT)
Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time
Department: Workforce Development
Campus: Boyce Campus
Salary Grade: $30.00 per hour
Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person (May be subject to change)
Additional Information: This position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter and resume no later than 8/27/26. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.
Work Hours: Hours will vary based on department need. Expected shifts are 8am -12pm, 1pm - 5 pm, or 6pm - 10 pm.
General Summary: CDL instructors will instruct students in all phases of
truck driving, and maintenance with emphasis on safe practices to prepare them
to take the PA Class A pre-trip, skills and driving tests. Instructors will be
current with federal laws. Must possess valid current CDL Class A license with
Class B preferred.
Requirements:
- Available
to teach day and/or evening classes and some weekends. - Must have a minimum of 3 years verifiable driving
experience and possess a good driving record. - Must have knowledge of FMCSA laws and
regulations. - Expected to comply with Federal and CCAC regulations as it applies
to workplace violence, harassment and zero drug/alcohol tolerance. - Must be able
to communicate effectively. - Clearances & Checks: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances (3) will be
required: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police
Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal
Background Check. - Subject to a DMV/MVR
check yearly and cannot have an alcohol or other related offense within the
last 5 years. - Must be able to pass DOT drug test.
Duties:
- Instruct students on safe and proper pre-trip procedures.
- Teach students safe and proper backing, parking and docking procedures.
- Instruct students on safe and proper on road driving.
- Assist the CDL Director in scheduling students for the most efficient use of instructor time and available equipment.
- Complete and maintain student attendance records and progress reports with daily or weekly reports to the CDL Director as needed.
- Assist in classroom teaching as needed.
- Keep trucks fueled and maintain fuel logs with weekly reports to Director.
- Work with the truck leasing company to complete all preventative maintenance and repairs on trucks.
- Perform other duties as assigned or as required.
Job Open Date: 8/14/2026
Job Close Date:
Benefits:
At CCAC, we take pride in offering an exceptional benefits package designed to support our employees’ personal and professional well-being:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
- Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
- Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
- Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
- Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
- Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
- Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.
Job Category: Adjunct/Faculty
Job Slot: temp
Clearances: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.
The Community College of Allegheny County is the largest institution of postsecondary higher education in Pennsylvania. The college serves nearly 30,000 credit students through more than 150 degree and certificate programs and offers thousands of lifelong learning non-credit and workforce development courses to 17,000 students annually. Incorporating a learning-centered environment committed to the future of the region, CCAC continues to expand its reach through innovative programming and accessible instruction offered via convenient day, evening, weekend and online courses.
With four campuses and four centers serving Allegheny County and surrounding communities,CCAC endeavors to fulfill its mission to provide affordableaccess to quality education and offer a dynamic, diverse and supportive learning environment that prepares the region’s residents for academic, professional and personal success in our changing global society
Founded
1966
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
The Community College of Allegheny County is the largest institution of postsecondary higher education in Pennsylvania. The college serves nearly 30,000 credit students through more than 150 degree and certificate programs and offers thousands of lifelong learning non-credit and workforce development courses to 17,000 students annually. Incorporating a learning-centered environment committed to the future of the region, CCAC continues to expand its reach through innovative programming and accessible instruction offered via convenient day, evening, weekend and online courses.
With four campuses and four centers serving Allegheny County and surrounding communities,CCAC endeavors to fulfill its mission to provide affordableaccess to quality education and offer a dynamic, diverse and supportive learning environment that prepares the region’s residents for academic, professional and personal success in our changing global society
Founded
1966
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA