Chassis, Trailer & Reefer Instructor

Charleston, SC | Monday–Friday | Up to 50% Regional Travel

Lincoln Tech's WorkforceLinc Division

Be a positive contribution to the industry.

This role is for experienced technicians who want to give something back to the trade that built them. Whether your background is in chassis and trailer systems, refrigerated containers, or both — if you know the work, we want you teaching it.

You'll stay hands-on, stay relevant, and stay connected to the equipment you know best, while helping shape safer, better-prepared technicians entering the industry. Instead of grinding through another decade of wear and tear, you'll invest your experience where it matters most: training the next generation.

Schedule & Travel

• Monday–Friday workweek
• Charleston, SC primary location
• Up to 50% regional travel to support training locations

What You'll Do

• Teach hands-on repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance in a real shop/lab environment
• Model what good work looks like — diagnostics, safe practices, and best-in-field standards
• Instruct students on core systems including:
• Coach students through live tasks and help them build confidence and discipline
• Provide clear, practical feedback and track skill development
• Maintain a safe, organized, industry-standard training environment

What We're Looking For

• Professional experience with chassis, trailers, refrigerated containers, or transport refrigeration systems
• Strong working knowledge of the systems you'll teach
• Ability to explain why a fix matters — not just how to do it
• A safety-first, professionalism-forward mindset
• Willingness to mentor and set a strong example
• No teaching background required — experience and credibility matter most

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a TWIC card
• Willingness to travel regionally up to 50%, Monday–Friday

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience across both refrigerated containers and chassis/trailer systems
• Diesel generator experience
• Welding experience
• Familiarity with IICL and/or FMCSA standards
• EPA 608 certification

Why Experienced Techs Choose This Role

• Make a real impact on the future workforce
• Stay connected to the equipment and industry you know best
• Move into training without leaving the trade
• Predictable weekday schedule — no nights, no weekends, no on-call
• Pride in passing down correct, safe, and professional practices
• Training programs built with real industry partners and real expectations

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• DOT & Equipment Inspection Compliance
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Refrigeration/Cooling Systems
• Tractor-Trailer