HVAC Instructor

Tri--county-Technical-College; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

State retirement plan (401k)

Professional development

EAP

Job summary

Tri-County Technical College in South Carolina seeks a dedicated HVAC instructor to teach courses in the classroom and via distance learning, design and develop curricula, and evaluate student performance.

The successful candidate will master the refrigeration cycle, read residential and commercial diagrams, instruct on PPE, troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, and teach at the Pendleton and Oconee Campus with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HVAC or a related program.
• Strong understanding of the refrigeration cycle and PPE usage in HVAC.
• Ability to teach in-person and distance learning with clear outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Teach HVAC courses at Pendleton and Oconee campuses.
• Design and develop HVAC courses and curriculum.
• Evaluate student performance and advise students.
• Travel for professional development (conferences/workshops).
• Collaborate with other HVAC faculty to develop the program.

Skills

HVAC theory & systems

Diagrams interpretation

Troubleshooting & repair

Commercial building controls

Teaching methods

Education

Associate degree in HVAC

Job description

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students? Tri-County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career

The primary responsibility of the faculty member is to teach courses by providing systematically planned and delivered instruction in the classroom and through distance learning; to design and develop courses and curriculum; to evaluate student performance; and to advise students. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the refrigeration cycle, know how to read residential and commercial diagrams, and instruct students on proper PPE used in the HVAC industry. Additional skills needed are basic troubleshooting and repair of various types of HVAC equipment from residential systems to commercial systems, and basic knowledge in commercial building controls. This position must be able to teach HVAC materials to students in the classroom with effective teaching methods that lead to clear understanding of the material. This position will work under minimum supervision. This position will include teaching courses related to commercial and residential HVAC material. There will be a lot of independent work and discretion for the position. Continued professional development to include travel to conferences and workshops. This position will work closely with the other HVAC faculty members to continue development of the HVAC program. This position is required to teach at the Pendleton and Oconee Campus.

The successful candidate will be expected to begin employment on January 4, 2027. This position requires face-to-face instruction, must be willing to teach onsite.

Associate degree in an HVAC related program.

Tri-County Technical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for FTE positions that includes, but is not limited, to the following:

• Health, dental, vision,long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
• Faculty non-work days
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs: 401k with employer contributions.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Team bonding activities/events and professional training programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules, 37.5 work weeks and abbreviated Fridays.

Tri-County Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.