Faculty, HVAC

Yavapai-College; Clarkdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yavapai College seeks an experienced HVAC/R professional to provide classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction for an advanced, nine-month HVAC Service Technician certificate. The program is taught at Verde Valley Campus in Clarkdale, AZ, in an 8-week class format over a 9-month period.

The instructor will prepare curriculum, teach in a hybrid format, and participate in program development and advisory activities while guiding students toward industry certifications and hands-on proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HVAC/R, Refrigeration, Building Systems, Industrial Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of recent, progressive HVAC/R industry experience, including residential/commercial service and troubleshooting.
• Current EPA Section 608 Universal certification.
• Experience with HVAC/R electrical systems, wiring diagrams, circuit design, electrical troubleshooting, and safe electrical practices.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, refrigerant charging, evacuation, recovery, EPA regulations, and low-GWP refrigerants.
• Ability to diagnose HVAC/R problems using systematic troubleshooting and industry tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare courses and develop curriculum.
• Instruct via hybrid model (online and hands-on labs).
• Participate in Canvas training and advisory board activities.
• Engage in division recruitment and college committees.
• Teach in evenings, days and Saturdays.

Skills

EPA 608 Universal certification

HVAC/R electrical systems

System troubleshooting

HVAC system design

Energy efficiency

PLC programming

Building automation

Education

Associate degree in HVAC/R or related field

Job description

Yavapai College seeks an experienced HVAC/R professional to provide classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction for an advanced, nine-month HVAC Service Technician certificate. The program prepares students for residential and commercial service as well as HVAC and facilities roles in mission-critical, high-technology manufacturing and other environments where uptime, precision, efficiency, and environmental control are essential. This program is taught and located at the Verde Valley Campus in Clarkdale AZ. The program will be taught in an 8-week class format over a 9-month period.

Key Responsibilities

• Course preparation and curriculum development
• Instruction in a hybrid model, teaching both online and in person hands on labs.
• Actively participate in Canvas training
• Managing an active advisory board
• Participating in college committees
• Actively engaging in college initiatives
• Supporting Dual Enrollment Programs
• Participate in Division recruitment activities
• Implement a variety of retention strategies
• Classes are taught in evenings, days and Saturdays.

Education

• Associate degree in HVAC/R, Refrigeration, Building Systems, Industrial Technology, or a closely related technical field OR an equivalent combination of education and substantial industry experience.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of recent, progressive HVAC/R industry experience, including residential and commercial service and troubleshooting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Current EPA Section 608 Universal certification.
• Demonstrated experience with HVAC/R electrical systems, wiring diagrams, circuit design, electrical troubleshooting, and safe electrical practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of refrigeration systems, refrigerant charging, evacuation, recovery, EPA regulations, and A2L/low-GWP refrigerants.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical HVAC/R problems using systematic troubleshooting techniques and industry diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of HVAC system design, installation, energy efficiency, filtration, contamination control, and applicable safety standards.
• Ability to teach hands-on laboratory skills and assess student technical competencies.
• Ability to obtain the following certifications within the first year of employment: NATE, OSHA 30, and A2L/low-GWP refrigerant certifications.
• Ability to prepare students for industry certifications, including NATE, OSHA 30, and A2L/low-GWP refrigerant certifications.
• Advanced residential and commercial HVAC/R systems
• HVAC system design, load calculations, installation, and energy efficiency
• Advanced refrigeration and low-GWP refrigerants
• A2L refrigerant safety, charging, leak detection, recovery, and handling
• Electrical theory, NEC requirements, wiring diagrams, circuit design, and troubleshooting
• PLC programming and HVAC automation
• Building automation and energy-management systems
• Sensors, actuators, instrumentation, VFDs, BMS, and SCADA
• Chillers and cooling-tower systems
• Water treatment, water distribution, boilers, wastewater, and water conservation
• Preventive and predictive maintenance
• Advanced diagnostic tools, HVAC software, industry applications, and AI-assisted troubleshooting
• Service documentation, work orders, SOPs, data analysis, and technical reporting
• Effective communication with customers, employers, and team members

Experience

• Commercial/industrial HVAC and facilities-maintenance experience.
• Experience with chillers, cooling towers, boilers, condenser-water systems, hydronic systems, and water treatment.
• Experience with PLCs, building automation systems, BMS/SCADA, smart HVAC technologies, sensors, actuators, instrumentation, and VFDs.
• Experience with predictive maintenance, computerized maintenance systems, HVAC software, and diagnostic applications.
• Experience in mission-critical facilities, high-tech manufacturing, healthcare, or other controlled environments.
• Experience with HVAC filtration and contamination-control systems.
• Experience using Excel or other data-analysis tools to evaluate equipment performance and maintenance trends.
• Experience incorporating emerging technologies, industry applications, and AI tools into HVAC/R diagnostics and service.
• Experience developing competency-based, hands-on technical training.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Current NATE certification, OSHA 30, Low-GWP refrigerant certifications and experience preparing technicians for NATE Core and specialty examinations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. In addition, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.