The HVAC Instructor provides hands-on and classroom instruction for non-credit workforce training programs in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. 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. 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.

• 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.

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.