Associate Instructor, HVAC, Dickson

Tennessee Board of Regents; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is seeking an Associate Instructor for the Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology program on the Dickson Campus. This full-time, in-person role includes theory and hands-on instruction, student assessment, and curriculum development alongside another instructor.

Candidates should have a technical diploma or associate degree with HVAC/R experience, EPA 608 Universal and NC3 certifications, and a commitment to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Must have strong instructional background and ability to teach HVAC/R theory and hands-on topics.
• Must maintain certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Must possess computer skills and be able to use student records software.
• Must be able to establish and maintain relationships with students, staff and industry.
• Experience teaching is a plus.
• Willingness to perform administrative duties accurately and timely.
• Good time management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized theory and hands-on instruction to high school and adult students.
• Monitor, grade and document student progress; maintain records.
• Develop and maintain lesson plans and curriculum; assist in recruitment and placement of graduates.
• Maintain public relations with business and industry; cooperate with outside agencies.
• Supervise students in cooperative education; travel as required.
• Deliver all instruction in-person; work Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Skills

organizational skills

communication skills

character, maturity

stable personality

professional development

computer skills

teaching experience

interpersonal skills

administrative duties

time management

Education

Associate degree preferred

Technical diploma in instructional area

HVAC/R field experience (3+ years)

EPA 608 Universal

NC3 575 Meter

NC3 Residential certifications

Job description

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for a second full-time position of Associate Instructor in the Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HAC/R) Technology program at the Dickson Campus. This is not a remote work position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Technical diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education with credentials in related field. Associate degree preferred. A comparable combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the HVAC/R field within the last five (5) years.
• Must possess a high degree of knowledge and industrial expertise in all phases of industrial, residential, and commercial HVAC/R systems to include installation and service.
• Must possess EPA 608 Universal, NC3 575 Meter and/or other certifications as required for the field or the ability to become certified within six (6) calendar months. Ability to obtain NC3 Residential certifications within twelve (12) calendar months.
• Strong hands-on technical background in the field of instruction.

SKILLS

• Must possess the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and to interact with high school and adult students.
• Must show evidence of good character, mature attitude and stable personality.
• Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Must possess computer skills.
• Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students a plus.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, the general public and business/industry representatives.
• Must be willing and able to perform administrative duties in an accurate and timely manner.
• Good time management skills necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

The Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate Instructor is responsible for providing individualized theory and hands-on instruction, in conjunction with an additional full-time instructor, to high school and adult students to prepare them to become HVAC/R technicians. Areas of instruction include, but are not limited to: print reading, basic electronics, pneumatics, math, programmable controllers, refrigerant containment certification and heat pump technology. The Associate Instructor must monitor, grade and evaluate individual student progress; maintain student records in the college’s student records management software; maintain appropriate documentation; submit timely reports; create and maintain lesson plans/curriculum, and assist in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates. The Associate Instructor must also maintain good public relations with business and industry, maintain an active advisory committee and cooperate with outside agencies. This position also supervises and follows-up on students participating in cooperative education. Some travel is required. This position is full-time and reports to the Vice President of Academics and Compliance. Scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Scheduled class hours are 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. All instruction is delivered in-person.

SALARY

$56,263-$67,517 per year ($28.85-$34.62 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines and directly related experience.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS

Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial background check will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Corey Choate, Vice President of Operations, [e-mail], 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement. 9/11/26