HVAC/R Technical Training Instructor

Lincoln Tech; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Climate-controlled environment

Job summary

Lincoln Tech in Hicksville, NY seeks an HVAC/R Technical Training Instructor to transform field expertise into a career for new technicians within a climate-controlled, well-equipped training facility. You will guide learners through fundamentals and advanced concepts, lead hands-on labs, and design engaging lessons aligned with current industry practices.

The role emphasizes tracking progress, providing feedback, and coaching for career readiness while collaborating with instructors to refine

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on HVAC Technician experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication, patience, and the ability to motivate diverse learners.
• A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and sharing know-how.

Responsibilities

• Guiding learners through fundamentals and advanced HVAC concepts using an accredited curriculum.
• Leading hands-on labs in a modern shop with industry-standard equipment, demonstrating real-world troubleshooting and system maintenance.
• Designing engaging lessons anchored in current industry practices and certification expectations.
• Tracking learner progress, offering clear feedback, and coaching toward career readiness.
• Collaborating with fellow instructors to refine learning experiences and elevate program outcomes.
• Staying current with evolving HVAC/R tools, systems, and best practices.
• Preparing students to sit for certification exams and enter the workforce.

Skills

HVAC Experience

Effective Communication

Teaching Passion

Motivating Learners

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Shape Tomorrow's HVAC Pros - Hicksville, NY

Imagine working four days a week, then enjoying a three-day weekend - every week. As an HVAC/R Technical Training Instructor at Lincoln Tech, you’ll turn your field expertise into a career that empowers new technicians while teaching in a fully outfitted, climate-controlled training environment.

A Week In This Role Looks Like

• Guiding learners through the fundamentals and advanced concepts of HVAC technologies using an accredited curriculum.
• Leading hands-on labs in a modern shop with industry-standard equipment, demonstrating real-world troubleshooting and system maintenance.
• Designing engaging lessons anchored in current industry practices and certification expectations.
• Tracking learner progress, offering clear feedback, and coaching toward career readiness.
• Collaborating with fellow instructors to refine learning experiences and elevate program outcomes.
• Staying current with evolving HVAC/R tools, systems, and best practices.
• Preparing students to sit for certification exams and step confidently into the workforce.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of hands-on HVAC Technician experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication, patience, and the ability to motivate diverse learners.
• A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and sharing know-how.

Important campus notice (Hicksville):

Lincoln Tech is piloting a classroom recording initiative at our Hicksville campus. As a condition of employment at this location, all instructors are required to sign a recording consent agreement prior to hire. Candidates who are unable to provide consent will not be eligible for this position.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• 4-day work week with three-day weekends every week.
• Join a proven HVAC program with strong graduate outcomes.
• Teach in a well-equipped, industry-standard training facility.
• Institutional stability with a well-established organization (75+ years).
• Professional development and advancement pathways.
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Climate-controlled work environment.

About Lincoln Tech

For 80 years, Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, and Information Technology. We're committed to preparing students for in-demand careers through hands-on, skills-focused education.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reference: 98-21750 - Instructor/HVAC-22037