Experience HVAC Technician Instructor $10K Sign on Bonus

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Bloomfield (NJ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Pay Rate $35 - $38 per hour

Paid Training

Tuition Waiver

Paid Time Off

Retirement Matching

Paid Parental Leave

Comprehensive Benefits

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is seeking seasoned HVACR professionals to switch from field work to teaching in a supportive, climate-controlled classroom. You will mentor students, lead hands-on training, and collaborate with educators while enjoying a stable schedule, paid training, and comprehensive benefits.

The role provides a pathway to a rewarding second career with paid onboarding, tuition waivers after 6 months for you and family, and strong retirement and parental leave benefits.

Qualifications

• HVACR field experience: 4 years in past 10 years (excluding teaching).
• EPA 608/Universal certification highly valued.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and patient mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and teach students with real-world HVACR insights in a climate-controlled setting.
• Lead hands-on training and diagnostics without billing pressures.
• Collaborate with education teams to align courses with industry trends.
• Promote safety procedures in a well-equipped workshop.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Mentoring mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA 608/Universal Certification

Tools

N/A

Job description

Overview

• $10K Sign-On Bonus******

Are you tired of grueling on-call shifts, extreme weather work, crawlspaces, and endless driving from job to job? If you're an experienced HVACR technician wondering if there's a better way to use your hard-earned skills without the physical burnout, it's time to step out of the field and into the classroom.

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is looking for seasoned HVACR professionals ready for a stable, rewarding career change where your expertise is valued, your body gets a break, and your weekends finally belong to you.

Never taught before? No problem. If you have the hands-on experience, patience, and drive, we provide fully paid training to turn your field expertise into a fulfilling second career as an instructor.

Why Make the Switch?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy weekends OFF and predictable, consistent daytime schedules.
• Zero On-Call Stress: Leave behind emergency middle-of-the-night service calls and harsh outdoor elements.
• Pass It On: Use your years of troubleshooting and technical know-how to mentor the next generation of technicians, helping them avoid the mistakes you learned the hard way.

What We Offer You & Your Family

• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
• Pay Rate: $35 -$38 per hour
• Paid Training: Comprehensive onboarding so you feel confident from day one—no prior teaching experience required.
• Tuition Waiver: Available after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family across UTI and Concorde campuses.
• Paid Time Off: Robust programs covering vacation, sick leave, flexibility, and holidays.
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days.
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, and dental coverage starting the first of the month following one full month of employment.
• Pet Insurance: Coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do (Without the Field Burnout)

• Mentor & Teach: Share your real-world insights, troubleshooting tips, and industry stories in an engaging, climate-controlled learning environment.
• Lead Hands-On Training: Guide students through practical demonstrations and diagnostics without the pressure of billing hours or rushing to the next job site.
• Collaborate: Work alongside an education team to keep courses aligned with modern HVACR tech trends and advancements.
• Promote Safety: Instill safety procedures and best practices in a secure, well-equipped workshop setting.

Qualifications

• Experience: 4 years of practical work experience in the HVACR field within the past 10 years (excludes teaching)
• Certifications: EPA 608/Universal is highly valued.
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the patience to guide beginners who are eager to learn what you already master.

About Us

At Universal Technical Institute, we’ve spent 60 years building a reputation trusted by over 35 industry-leading brands across 16 campuses. But our mission starts with the people who teach our students every day. We want to make a positive change in the lives of our employees—giving you the stable career, great benefits, and work-life balance you deserve.