HVAC and Electrical Trades Instructor

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

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a full-time Faculty Instructor in HVAC and Electrical Trades to support a three-year ARC POWER grant-funded initiative. Instruction will primarily occur on SWCC's main campus with potential off-campus teaching as needed.

The role emphasizes delivering industry-aligned, competency-based instruction, helping students obtain nationally recognized certifications, and contributing to curriculum development, advising, and student recruitment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in teaching field or willing to earn an Associate's degree in teaching within two years of being hired.
• Five years’ industry experience in HVAC, electrical, or related skilled trades
• Relevant industry certifications (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)
• Strong communication and instructional skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum courses in HVAC and electrical trades in classroom and lab settings.
• Deliver hands-on, competency-based instruction aligned with industry standards.
• Integrate safety practices and emerging technologies into coursework.
• Utilize innovative teaching strategies to engage diverse learners.
• Lead the integration of nationally recognized third-party certifications into program curriculum.
• Develop, update, and maintain course materials to align with workforce needs and certification standards.
• Ensure curriculum reflects current industry practices, tools, and technologies.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, certification pathways, and career opportunities.
• Support student success, retention, and completion through proactive engagement.
• Assist students in preparing for certification exams and employment.
• Participate in student recruitment efforts, including outreach to high schools, community organizations, and workforce partners.
• Represent the program at recruitment events, career fairs, and community activities.
• Promote awareness of HVAC and electrical career pathways.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners to strengthen program outcomes.
• Support alignment between training programs and regional workforce needs.
• Participating in departmental meetings, college initiatives, and professional development opportunities.

Education

Associates degree in teaching field

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Five years’ industry experience in HVAC, electrical, or related skilled trades

Relevant industry certifications (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)

Job description

Working Title HVAC and Electrical Trades Instructor Role Title 9 month-Instructor Gfund Role Code 01033-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 294G0011 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Agency/Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell - 185 Hiring Range $52,905 to $68,297 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Job Open Date 07/23/2026 Job Close Date 09/03/2026

Work schedule will vary according to courses being taught. Schedule could be a combination of day, evening or weekends, according to the instructional need.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, Southwest offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. Southwest also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking applicants for a full-time Faculty Instructor in HVAC and Electrical Trades to support an ARC POWER Grant-funded workforce development initiative. This is a three-year, full-time, hybrid faculty credit/non-credit, 9-Month, grant-funded position focused on preparing students for high-demand careers in skilled trades through innovative, industry-aligned instruction.

The Faculty Instructor will deliver high-quality instruction in HVAC and electrical trades while supporting the development and implementation of curriculum aligned with nationally recognized, third-party certifications. This role plays a critical part in preparing students with the technical skills and credentials required for employment in in-demand industries.

In addition to teaching, the instructor will contribute to curriculum development, provide academic advising, and support student recruitment efforts. The position works collaboratively with faculty, workforce partners, and college staff to ensure student success and program effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Teaching

• Teach curriculum courses in HVAC and electrical trades in both classroom and lab settings
• Deliver hands-on, competency-based instruction aligned with industry standards
• Integrate safety practices and emerging technologies into coursework
• Utilize innovative teaching strategies to engage diverse learners

Certification Integration & Curriculum Development

• Lead the integration of nationally recognized third-party certifications (e.g., NCCER, HVAC Excellence, EPA, or similar) into program curriculum
• Develop, update, and maintain course materials to align with workforce needs and certification standards
• Ensure curriculum reflects current industry practices, tools, and technologies

Student Advising & Support

• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, certification pathways, and career opportunities
• Support student success, retention, and completion through proactive engagement
• Assist students in preparing for certification exams and employment

Recruitment & Outreach

• Participate in student recruitment efforts, including outreach to high schools, community organizations, and workforce partners
• Represent the program at recruitment events, career fairs, and community activities
• Promote awareness of HVAC and electrical career pathways

Collaboration & Program Engagement

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners to strengthen program outcomes
• Support alignment between training programs and regional workforce needs
• Participating in departmental meetings, college initiatives, and professional development opportunities

This is a restricted position. Continued employment in this role is contingent upon funding availability and the needs of the College. Position is not eligible for severance benefits under state policy. Grant term is three (3) years. Instruction will primarily occur on Southwest's main campus; however, the instructor may also teach related courses at off-campus locations as needed.

A one-year probationary period is required for both new hires and transfers.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Associates degree in teaching field or willing to earn an Associate's degree in teaching within two years of being hired.
• Five years’ industry experience in HVAC, electrical, or related skilled trades
• Relevant industry certifications (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)
• Strong communication and instructional skills

Additional Considerations

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Teaching or training experience in a community college, technical school, or workforce development setting
• Experience with nationally recognized certification programs (e.g., NCCER, HVAC Excellence, EPA 608, OSHA)
• Experience with curriculum development and competency-based education

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel Travel is required.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.