Seasonal CDL Simulator Trainer

Date Posted: Jul 22, 2026

Requisition ID: 481102

Location:

Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:
As a CDL Simulator Trainer, each day is focused on preparing new and existing team members to operate commercial vehicles safely and confidently. Your morning begins by setting up and calibrating the driving simulator, ensuring all training modules are ready to go. You review the day's schedule, greet trainees, and walk them through the objectives of their session.

Throughout the day, you guide participants through realistic driving scenarios-including urban, rural, highway, and adverse weather environments-using the simulator's advanced training tools. You observe their performance in real time, provide coaching and corrective feedback, and help them build strong driving habits in a controlled, safe setting.

You document trainee progress, record results, and collaborate with supervisors or training coordinators to ensure each trainee meets required competency levels.
Every day brings new learning opportunities for trainees and for you, as you play a hands on role in developing skilled, confident, and safety focused commercial vehicle operators.

Location:
This position is with INDOT's Fort Wayne District.

Pay Rate:
This position pays an hourly rate of $16.24.

A Day in the Life:

What You'll Need for Success:

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.