HVAC CTT Instructor

Paycom - ATS; Glenmont (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenmont Job Corps Center is seeking an experienced HVAC Instructor to deliver classroom and shop-based HVAC training. You will translate industry knowledge into practical lessons, guiding students toward EPA Section 608 and NCCER credentials and embedding safety and professionalism into every session.

The role combines teaching with mentorship, requiring a minimum of one year in teaching or a related field, plus HVAC experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one-year experience in teaching or related field is required.
• Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state where the center is located, or is accredited by a professional trade organization.
• Previous Job Corps experience is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and meet insurability requirements.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 40 pounds and standing, walking, climbing as needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach HVAC theory and hands-on skills in classroom and shop environments.
• Prepare students for EPA Section 608 Certification and NCCER credentials.
• Monitor student progress and provide coaching when needed.
• Maintain accurate training documentation and record progress.
• Create a structured, safety-focused learning environment for young adults.

Skills

HVAC experience

Teaching experience

Safety training

HVAC tools

Tools

HVAC tools

Job description

URGENT HIRING: HVAC InstructorGlenmont Job Corps Center | Take Your HVAC Experience Out of the Field & Into the Classroom You know the HVAC trade. Have you ever thought about teaching it?If you've spent your career installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, or repairing heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems, you already have something incredibly valuable:Real-world knowledge that the next generation of HVAC professionals needs to learn.Glenmont Job Corps Center is urgently seeking an experienced HVAC professional to join our Education & Training Team as an HVAC Instructor.You'll use your industry experience to teach young adults the technical skills, safety practices, professionalism, and problem-solving abilities they need to begin successful careers in HVAC.This position combines classroom instruction with hands-on shop training and helps prepare students for entry-level employment, advanced training, and industry-recognized certifications such as EPA Section 608 and NCCER.Think of this role as part HVAC instructor, part hands-on trainer, part mentor, and part career coach. ScheduleMonday–Friday | 7:45 AM–4:45 PMSalary$65,000/yearly HoursFull-Time What Does an HVAC Instructor Actually Do?Simply put:You take what you've learned in the HVAC industry and teach someone else how to do it safely, correctly, and professionally.Our students are preparing to enter the workforce.Some may come into your classroom with HVAC experience.Others may be picking up HVAC tools for the first time.Your job is to help them progress from:“I want to work in HVAC.”to“I have the skills, training, certifications, and confidence to begin my HVAC career.”You'll provide students with industry-recognized Career Technical Training designed to prepare them for full-time employment, higher education, apprenticeships, or advanced training opportunities.️ Bring the Trade Into the ClassroomThis isn't a position where you'll spend the entire day standing in front of a whiteboard.HVAC is hands-on—and the training should be too.You'll combine classroom instruction with demonstrations, practical exercises, troubleshooting scenarios, and hands-on skills training so students understand not only what they're doing, but why they're doing it.Depending on the approved curriculum and program requirements, instruction may cover areas such as: Heating systems Air-conditioning systems️ Ventilation and airflow Basic HVAC electrical concepts HVAC tools and equipment Measurements and system components Refrigeration fundamentals Troubleshooting and diagnostics️ Preventative maintenance ️ Workplace and job-site safety Proper procedures and documentation ️ Refrigerant handling and environmental requirementsStudents should leave your program understanding that being an HVAC professional isn't simply about knowing how to fix equipment.It's about diagnosing problems, working safely, communicating professionally, and doing quality work. Help Students Earn Industry-Recognized CredentialsA major part of Career Technical Training is helping students leave Job Corps with skills employers recognize.You'll help prepare students for applicable industry credentials, including: EPA Section 608 CertificationHelp students understand proper refrigerant handling practices and prepare for certification requirements. NCCERProvide instruction aligned with applicable industry-recognized training and credentialing requirements.You'll monitor student progress and provide additional instruction or coaching when students need extra support.The goal isn't simply to help students pass a test.It's to make sure they understand how to apply what they've learned when they're standing in front of actual HVAC equipment on the job. You May Already Be a Teacher Without Realizing ItHave you ever: Trained a new technician? Helped an apprentice learn a repair? Shown someone how to use a tool correctly? Explained why a system wasn't working? Walked someone through troubleshooting? Corrected an unsafe work practice? Taught someone the “tricks of the trade”? Helped a newer technician become more confident?Then you've already done part of what an HVAC Instructor does.We're looking for someone who can take years of practical knowledge and break it down into steps that a new HVAC professional can understand.Your experience in the field becomes one of your greatest teaching tools. You'll Be More Than an HVAC InstructorMany of our students are preparing for their first real career.That means they need to learn more than HVAC.They also need to understand what employers expect.You'll help students develop professional habits such as: Showing up on time Dressing appropriately for the workplace ️ Following safety procedures Taking care of tools and equipment Maintaining an organized work area Working as part of a team Communicating professionally Following instructions and procedures Troubleshooting before giving up Completing work correctly and on time Accepting feedback and improving their skillsYou'll model the professional standards students will eventually be expected to demonstrate on a real job site. Help Students Progress From Training to EmploymentYour involvement doesn't necessarily end when a student completes the HVAC curriculum.You'll help students stay on track toward Career Technical Training completion and industry-recognized certifications while preparing them for what comes next.That may include: Monitoring student progress Identifying students who need additional support Maintaining accurate training and progress documentation Helping students reach program completion requirements Sharing employment opportunities and job leads Supporting career placement efforts Encouraging advanced education or additional trainingYou'll work with students individually when needed to help identify what's preventing them from progressing and determine what support may help them move forward. Create a Classroom Students Can Learn InA successful trade program needs structure.You'll maintain a classroom and training environment that is: Organized Safe Professional Engaging Conducive to hands-on learningYou'll also establish clear expectations and hold students accountable for attendance, participation, safety, dress code, behavior, professionalism, and care of equipment.Students should understand that your classroom is preparing them for the expectations they'll encounter in the HVAC industry. Mentor the Person—Not Just the TechnicianSome students will understand a concept immediately.Others won't.Some will be confident.Others may need encouragement.Some may make mistakes and need someone willing to explain the skill again in a different way.That's part of teaching.You'll provide students with guidance, coaching, accountability, and encouragement while maintaining professional expectations.You'll also model Job Corps Career Success Standards and help students develop behaviors that support long-term employment and independence. You'll Have a Team Behind YouStudent success at Job Corps is a team effort.You'll work with staff across departments such as: Academics Counseling Residential Living Career Transition Services Health & Wellness️ Safety & Security Other Education & Training programsIf a student begins struggling, the question isn't simply:“Why aren't they completing the work?”We also want to understand:“What's getting in the way, and what support will help this student move forward?”You'll communicate with other departments to help ensure students receive appropriate supervision, services, and support. Professionalism, Documentation & Integrity MatterAs an instructor, you'll also be responsible for maintaining accurate student information and completing required documentation.You'll: Maintain accurate student training and progress information Support required program and performance reporting Protect confidential student information Follow Job Corps, DOL, Company, and Center procedures Complete assignments and documentation accurately and on time Follow all integrity requirements and ensure student data is never manipulatedAccurate documentation matters because it reflects a student's actual progress through training. Who Would Be Great in This Role?This position could be a great fit for an HVAC professional who: Has strong hands-on HVAC experience Understands HVAC installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting Can explain technical concepts in understandable language Enjoys training apprentices or newer technicians Takes workplace safety seriously Is patient when someone doesn't understand something the first time Can provide constructive feedback Is comfortable working with young adults Can balance encouragement with accountability Is organized and comfortable maintaining documentation Understands what employers expect from entry-level HVAC technicians Wants to use years of trade experience in a different way Is ready to help prepare the next generation of skilled trades professionals What Is Job Corps?Job Corps is a no-cost education and career training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps eligible young people ages 16–24 develop the education, career skills, and independence they need to prepare for successful futures.At Glenmont Job Corps Center, students receive academic education, career technical training, and support while developing the professional and life skills they'll need after graduation.As the HVAC Instructor, you'll have a direct role in helping students turn an interest in the skilled trades into real, employable skills. Why Bring Your HVAC Career to Glenmont Job Corps?You've spent years building your trade.Now you have an opportunity to pass it on.What You'll Love: Stay connected to HVAC — Continue using your trade knowledge without spending every day running service calls. Consistent weekday schedule — Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM–4:45 PM.️ Hands-on environment — Teach using the equipment, tools, demonstrations, and troubleshooting skills you already know. Train future tradespeople — Help students develop skills that can lead directly to employment. Help students earn credentials — Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications such as EPA Section 608 and NCCER. Become a mentor — Help young adults develop confidence, professionalism, and independence. Connect training to employment — Help students understand what HVAC employers actually expect. Make your experience mean even more — The skills you've spent your career developing can become the foundation of someone else's career. You've Built Your HVAC Skills. Now Help Someone Else Build Theirs.If you're an experienced HVAC professional who's ready to use your trade knowledge in a new way, we want to hear from you.You don't just know HVAC.You know the things a new technician needs someone experienced to teach them.Bring that experience to Glenmont Job Corps Center and help prepare the next generation of HVAC professionals. We're Hiring Now — Apply Today!QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEA minimum of one-year experience in teaching or related field required.Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state in which the center is located, or is accredited by a professional tradeorganization. For NTC, instructor must be certified by union or trade organization, or by a nationaltrade certifying organization.Previous Job Corps experience preferred.Must possess a valid Drivers License and meet company insurability requirements.Physical requirements include sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, reaching, stooping and crouching.Demonstrates the ability to lift 40 pounds and/or the ability to assess the lift load in order to ask for necessary assistance. (Depending upon trade)“Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.