Adjunct Faculty, HVAC (Academic Year 2026 - 2027)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a passionate individual to join Pensacola State College, focused on teaching and advising students. The successful candidate will assist with curriculum updates and teach necessary skills to help students secure jobs in the HVAC field.

Candidates should possess HVAC Certification or EPA 608 Levels 1 and 2, with teaching experience preferred. Must be able to demonstrate safety precautions and effective usage of tools in the classroom.

Pensacola State College is committed to diversity and does not discriminate on various grounds. For inquiries, please contact HR Recruiting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution.
• Certification in EPA 608 Levels 1 and 2 plus 3 years of HVAC experience.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with curriculum updates and teach occupational skills.
• Demonstrate occupational materials, tools, and equipment.
• Instruct students in safety precautions and equipment use.

Skills

Effective teaching

Oral and written communication skills

Safety precautions

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Teaching experience

Education

HVAC Certification or EPA 608 Levels 1 and 2

Tools

Commercial and residential HVAC units

Job description

Join the PSC family and connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality.

Job Description

This position requires a passion for effective teaching and advising of diverse students, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to the comprehensive state college mission. This position will assist with the curriculum updates; the successful candidate will teach occupational skills and knowledge to provide students with the competence to become skilled in the field and to secure a job in their new career; demonstrate occupational materials, tools, equipment, and processes using standard or instructor-prepared instructional aides; instruct students in the appropriate safety precautions and the safe operation and use of tools and equipment; control the storage, maintenance, and use of materials and property to prevent loss or abuse; and establish and maintain standards of student conduct to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment in an activity-type classroom.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with an HVAC Certification;
• or Certification in EPA 608 Levels 1 and 2 plus 3 years of experience in HVAC field.
• Proficiency with installation and repair on various types of commercial and residential air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration units; working knowledge of residential and commercial HVAC, building code requirements, OSHA and EPA regulations, and job site safety are required. Must have reliable transportation.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred not required.

Supplemental Materials

All supplemental materials must be submitted electronically via the Workday applicant portal. For questions or to obtain assistance uploading the supplemental materials, contact HR Recruiting at [e-mail].

NOTE: This is an open applicant pool. Positions are filled by the department on an as needed basis.

Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of §435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations. Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position. A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment.

Pensacola State College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its educational programs, activities, or employment. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the College’s nondiscrimination policies, contact the Executive Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance at [phone], Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd., Pensacola, Florida 32504.