CCP Instructor, HVAC R (Spanish)

Palm Beach State College; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 47,250 - 57,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Education benefits

Health and wellness

Generous time off

Panther perks

Professional development

Retirement plans

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking a CCP Instructor, HVAC R (Spanish) to teach and lead lab activities in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration program. About 80% of time is teaching and 20% administrative duties.

This grant-funded position requires compliance with accreditation standards and ongoing grant support. You will design curricula, run labs, assess student progress, and ensure safety and proper handling of materials in a lab setting.

Qualifications

• State or County HVACR Journeyman license (verifiable from another state) or equivalent.
• NCCER Level Two HVAC-R certification or verifiable equivalent.
• HVAC Excellence certifications.
• NATE certifications; and.
• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery certification.
• Four years of verifiable field experience; and
• Two years of verifiable teaching/training experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses per published descriptions, schedules, and outlines.
• Designs and prepares curriculum and online training content.
• Demonstrates knowledge of program processes and operating systems.
• Performs safety practices and basic maintenance per OSHA standards.
• Assists in inventory planning and equipment purchases.
• Manages hazardous materials in the lab.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Education

HVACR Journeyman license

NCCER Level Two HVAC-R

HVAC Excellence certification

NATE certification

EPA 608 certification

Four years field experience

Two years teaching experience

Tools

OSHA safety practices

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for providing instruction and performing lab related activities for the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration program. Instruct college students and oversees laboratory activities in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Maintains program standards in accordance with accreditation. A CCP Instructor will spend approximately 80% of the time teaching and 20% of the time handling classroom administration. This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding.

What a day of a CCP Instructor, HVAC R (Spanish) looks like

• Teaches courses in accordance with published course descriptions, schedules, procedures, and course outlines furnished to students.

• Designs and prepares curriculum of course related materials. Prepares and delivers online training content in support of classroom instruction.

• Displays an operational and application knowledge of various program processes, related equipment, and operating systems to include mechanical and computer-based systems.

• Demonstrates conduit destructive analysis and non-destructive analysis procedures in a lab environment.

• Assesses students’ proficiency, conducts on-going evaluation, prepares grade reports of student progress, and maintains records of student course performance.

• Develops and maintains various assessment instruments and supplemental educational materials. Develops testing instruments and administers final examinations.

• Follows established safety practices. Conducts basic maintenance on equipment within industrial trade program lab according to OSHA and related safety standards.

• Plans and documents current and future inventory needs. Assists in preparing specifications for purchases of materials, supplies, and equipment.

• Manages, controls, and disposes of hazardous materials within a lab environment.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• A State or County HVACR Journeyman License (Verifiable if from another state); OR

• NCCER Minimum Level Two HVACR Certification or other related verifiable certification; OR

• HVAC Excellence Certifications; OR

• North American Technician Excellence Certifications; AND

• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery Certification; AND

• Four Years of verifiable experience working in the field; AND

• Two years of verifiable experience as a teacher and/or trainer

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication

• Bilingual English and Spanish written and spoken

Ability to:

• Interpret blueprint and related symbols

• Demonstrate and use the technology required for the assigned course

• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• A verifiable state or county HVACR Journeyman license, NCCER Level Two HVAC-R certification, HVAC Excellence certification, or North American Technician Excellence certification

• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery certification

• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish

• Regular physical attendance required

Additional Job Details:

For positions that require a college degree, Palm Beach State only recognizes degrees confirmed from institutions that are accredited by one of the accrediting organizations. To view a listing of the accredited organizations, please visit Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Degrees from outside the United States must be validated by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). An evaluation report from an accrediting organization must be attached prior to the application closing date of each position. To view a listing of the current members of (NACES), please visit https://www.naces.org/members.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Stand for extended periods of time

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury

• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $52,500.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.

This position is open until filled with an initial review date of August 3, 2026.

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled