HVAC/BAS Controls Instructor & Mentor

Lincoln Tech; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Tech's WorkforceLinc Division (in partnership with Johnson Controls) seeks an HVAC Controls Technician – Instructor in Houston to translate real-world experience into student capability. You'll lead hands-on training and mentor aspiring technicians Monday–Friday at our Houston location.

This role emphasizes practical teaching of DDC controls, BAS platforms, sensors, actuators, and system integration, with focus on diagnostics, safety, and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with DDC controls, BAS, or HVAC controls systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and controls integration.
• Solid electrical troubleshooting and schematic interpretation.
• Proficient with controls software and BAS navigation.
• Willingness to mentor and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of HVAC controls and BAS.
• Demonstrate real-world diagnostics, safe work practices, and industry standards.
• Guide students through a structured, hands-on training model that moves from system setup and BAS fundamentals to equipment application and real-world troubleshooting.
• Train students on systems including: DDC controls and BAS platforms, Sensors, actuators, and control wiring, HVAC system integration (air handlers, chillers, VFDs, VAVs), Basic networking and communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus).
• Coach students through live tasks, labs, and field-style problem solving.
• Track progress and provide clear, practical feedback.
• Help keep labs and equipment safe, organized, and industry-ready.

Skills

HVAC controls

Building automation systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Controls software

Tools

Johnson Controls Metasys

Job description

Lincoln Tech's WorkforceLinc Division (in partnership with Johnson Controls) seeks an HVAC Controls Technician – Instructor in Houston to translate real-world experience into student capability. You'll lead hands-on training and mentor aspiring technicians Monday–Friday at our Houston location.

This role emphasizes practical teaching of DDC controls, BAS platforms, sensors, actuators, and system integration, with focus on diagnostics, safety, and industry standards.