AVTEC Instructor: Refrigeration (PCN 05-8714)

State of Alaska; Seward (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AVTEC, a division of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, seeks a Refrigeration Instructor in Seward to plan, develop, and deliver hands-on refrigeration courses that prepare students for entry-level jobs.

You will maintain the curriculum and equipment, ensure a safe learning environment, and support student progress while aligning with industry needs. The role includes participating in advisory boards and maintaining training records.

Qualifications

• Four years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field.
• Bachelor’s degree in the applicable field plus 2 years journey-level experience; plus 2 years in adult training program development.
• Industry certification in the applicable field plus 2 years journey-level experience; plus 2 years in developing and presenting training programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver refrigeration instruction for entry-level employment.
• Maintain curriculum, equipment, and a safe learning environment.
• Support student progress and industry alignment.
• Facilitate program advisory board meetings and maintain training records.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Electrical

Learning

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Job description

ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS! The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of AVTEC, is recruiting for a Refrigeration Instructor located in Seward! No Cover Letter Required!

This position is in the Alaska Vocational Technical Teacher's Unit (AVTECTA).

What You Will Be Doing:

Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC), a division of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, is recruiting for a AVTEC Instructor who will plan, develop, and deliver classroom and hands‑on refrigeration instruction that prepares students for entry‑level employment. Maintain the curriculum, training equipment, and a safe learning environment while supporting student progress and industry needs. Other responsibilities will include facilitating program advisory board meetings and maintaining student training records.

Our Mission, Values, and Culture:

The Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) trains Alaskans for work in the trades. Our motto is "start a career in less than a year" and the mission is to deliver flexible, accessible and affordable workforce training that is responsive to the dynamic needs of business and industry and service Alaska's diverse communities. The mission is realized through our day to day operations where staff and instructors collaborate to ensure the success of AVTEC students in completing training and securing employment post training. We live by and model the core values of professionalism, respect, accountability, citizenship, and inclusion in all we do to help Alaskans gain skills, secure employment, and succeed in life.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

The greatest benefit of being an instructor at AVTEC is that you will see how your work changes the lives of students enrolled in training by preparing them to be accomplished and skilled individuals ready to work in less than one year. In this position, you will use your teaching and curriculum development skills to help students gain knowledge and build competencies in new areas. As a member of the staff at a division of the State of Alaska, you are employed by the State of Alaska and as such are offered paid leave accrual, retirement and health benefits. The nature of the calendar year at AVTEC provides opportunity to travel to remote locations to bring training to Alaskans. The work schedule is 8:00am to 4:30pm and is akin to a school teacher with summer and winter breaks. You and your dependents have access to AVTEC recreational facilities and AVTEC tuition waivers are available for your dependents for training.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

AVTEC is located in Seward, a small and friendly community situated at the head of Resurrection Bay, surrounded by mountains. Amenities like coffee shops, retails stores, and restaurants are all within walking distance from any AVTEC campus and beautiful nature trails and a great walking/bike path is just steps away from the office door. The working environment and culture is friendly, flexible, and supportive and we believe in a healthy work/life balance and provide opportunities to pursue that daily.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Electrical: Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and systems, including their design, installation, testing, uses, repair, or maintenance.
• Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Four years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field.

OR SUBSTITUTION: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in the applicable field; AND Two years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field; AND Two years professional experience developing, coordinating, and presenting adult training or vocational education programs.

OR SUBSTITUTION: An industry recognized professional certification in the applicable field; AND Two years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field; AND Two years professional experience developing, coordinating, and presenting adult training or vocational education programs.

Special Note:

Positions in the AVTEC Instructor job class require expertise in a particular vocational field such as the culinary arts, business or office technology, applied technology, information technology, maritime operations or safety, medical services, construction, or the trades. The required training or experience for each position is unique to the assigned field of instruction. Recruitment and selection for these positions will be from among only those candidates who have the appropriate specialty background identified in the recruitment bulletin.

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY**

ONGOING POSTING NOTICE

The applicant pool(s) for this position will be reviewed regularly for qualified applicants. This recruitment may be closed early if a qualified applicant is found before the closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

SALARY INFORMATION

Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience, State of Alaska policy, Location, and Collective Bargaining Agreement(s).

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW

• A list of three (3) professional references, one of which should be your most recent supervisor, including name, job title, employer, and current phone number(s).
• A copy of your last three (3) performance evaluations, or two (2) letters of reference if evaluations are unavailable.
• If selected for an interview, your interview may be followed by a demonstration of your instructional abilities; this demonstration may take place a few days after your first interview.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment. If you’re unable to attach to your application, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. If email is not an option, please call the contact person to obtain a fax number.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Zachary Harper
Administrative Officer 2
Phone: [phone]
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