Construction Trades Instructor: HVAC, Electrical & Carpentry

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a full-time Faculty Instructor in Construction Technologies & Trades to teach residential construction, HVAC and electrical trades in classroom and lab settings. The role supports ARC POWER grant initiatives, aligns curriculum with certifications, and promotes workforce readiness.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, student advising, and active recruitment to strengthen program outcomes across partnerships with industry and the college.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent with industry experience.
• Five years’ experience in residential construction, HVAC, or trades.
• Ability to use HVAC diagnostic equipment and read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses in residential construction, HVAC and electrical trades in classroom and lab.
• Develop curriculum with third-party certifications (NCCER, HVAC Excellence, EPA).
• Advise students on progress, certification paths and careers.
• Recruit students and coordinate l ab projects with faculty.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Curriculum alignment

Student advising

Industry collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in teaching field

Residential construction experience

Tools

NHVAC tools

Blueprints interpretation

Job description

Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a full-time Faculty Instructor in Construction Technologies & Trades to teach residential construction, HVAC and electrical trades in classroom and lab settings. The role supports ARC POWER grant initiatives, aligns curriculum with certifications, and promotes workforce readiness.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, student advising, and active recruitment to strengthen program outcomes across partnerships with industry and the college.