Evening BAS Instructor: Hands-On Building Controls

Roxbury Community College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully equipped BAS lab

Flexible part-time teaching

Evening schedule

Program staff support

Job summary

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is seeking a part-time instructor for its 450-hour Building Automation Systems Certificate Program. The role focuses on hands-on BAS/wiring and field techniques, delivered in the evening to accommodate working professionals.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on BAS or HVAC controls experience and a passion for mentoring the next generation of technicians. RCC offers a fully equipped lab and structured curriculum to support remote teaching as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Building Automation Systems or HVAC controls.
• Strong understanding of BAS components, sensors, controllers, and building systems.
• Experience installing, programming, commissioning, or troubleshooting BAS systems.
• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts and demonstrate procedures.
• Interest in mentoring and developing new technicians entering the industry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on instruction using BAS training equipment and lab systems.
• Demonstrate installation, wiring, configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of BAS components.
• Share real job-site examples to help students understand BAS in commercial buildings.
• Guide students through system diagnostics, controls programming exercises, and commissioning scenarios.
• Create realistic troubleshooting scenarios for students to solve.
• Assess student progress through lab activities, demonstrations, and practical exercises.
• Maintain attendance and grading records in accordance with program requirements.
• Follow established curriculum and course outlines to ensure consistent program delivery.
• Maintain a reliable and professional teaching schedule.
• Communicate regularly with Center for Smart Building Technology staff regarding student progress.
• Maintain a safe, organized lab environment and follow all safety procedures.

Skills

BAS experience

HVAC controls

Troubleshooting BAS

Mentoring/teaching

Tools

Johnson Controls Metasys

Schneider EcoStruxure

Honeywell BAS

BACnet/Modbus

Job description

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is seeking a part-time instructor for its 450-hour Building Automation Systems Certificate Program. The role focuses on hands-on BAS/wiring and field techniques, delivered in the evening to accommodate working professionals.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on BAS or HVAC controls experience and a passion for mentoring the next generation of technicians. RCC offers a fully equipped lab and structured curriculum to support remote teaching as needed.