CPS Instructor, HVAC

• The HVAC Instructor provides hands-on and classroom instruction for non-credit workforce training programs in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.
• Courses may include NCCER curriculum and preparation for EPA Section 608 certification and may be delivered in classroom and HVAC lab settings, including evening or weekend schedules.

Responsibilities

• The instructor prepares students for employment and industry-recognized credentials by teaching HVAC fundamentals, safety, tools and equipment, refrigeration principles, electrical systems, system installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and industry best practices.
• Deliver instruction in accordance with approved course outlines, learning objectives, and applicable NCCER curriculum requirements.
• Teach HVAC safety, tools and equipment, refrigeration principles, heating and cooling systems, electrical fundamentals, controls, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Provide instruction related to refrigerants, recovery procedures, environmental requirements, and EPA Section 608 concepts, as applicable to the course.
• Teach students to read and interpret HVAC drawings, schematics, specifications, and manufacturer documentation.
• Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, lab exercises, and hands-on learning activities.
• Demonstrate safe and proper use of HVAC tools, diagnostic instruments, recovery equipment, electrical testing equipment, and personal protective equipment.
• Supervise hands-on laboratory activities involving HVAC equipment and systems.
• Evaluate student progress through written assessments, projects, performance profiles, and hands-on skills demonstrations.
• Administer and document NCCER knowledge and performance assessments when appropriately credentialed and assigned to do so.
• Maintain attendance, student records, assessment documentation, and other required program and NCCER records.
• Ensure a safe, organized, and productive classroom and laboratory environment.
• Support student success by promoting workforce readiness, troubleshooting skills, professionalism, and industry expectations.
• Communicate regularly with CPS staff regarding course progress, student performance, equipment needs, and safety concerns.
• Maintain current knowledge of HVAC technology, refrigerant regulations, industry practices, safety standards, and workforce trends.
• Participate in required NCCER instructor certification, training, meetings, professional development, and program quality-assurance activities.

Requirements

• Education and Experience High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional HVAC/R industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience with HVAC installation, maintenance, service, diagnostics, electrical systems, refrigeration systems, tools, equipment, and applicable safety practices.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• OSHA 10 certification or ability to obtain prior to instruction.
• In Addition, Candidates Must Possess One or More of the Following: Completion of a registered HVAC/R or related apprenticeship; Journeyworker status in HVAC/R or a related mechanical trade; Relevant state-issued HVAC/R, refrigeration, or mechanical trade license or credential; Associate degree or technical diploma in HVAC/R or a closely related field; or Equivalent combination of documented education, training, credentials, and substantial occupational experience acceptable to the College.
• NCCER Requirements For courses delivered as part of Brookdale's NCCER-accredited training programs, instructors must meet applicable NCCER instructor qualification requirements and successfully complete any required NCCER instructor certification or training.
• Instructors must maintain required credentials and comply with NCCER policies related to curriculum delivery, testing, performance evaluation, documentation, and program quality assurance.

Application

Documents Cover Letter, Resume Pay Rate $75.00/hour