HVAC/R Technical Training Instructor

Lincoln Tech Institute; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

4-day work week

Climate-controlled environment

Job summary

Lincoln Tech's Hicksville campus seeks an HVAC/R Technical Training Instructor to translate field expertise into a career-building classroom experience. You will guide learners through fundamentals and advanced HVAC concepts, lead hands-on labs, and design engaging lessons anchored in current industry practices and certification expectations.

You will track progress, provide feedback, and collaborate with fellow instructors to refine outcomes, while staying current with tools and systems and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on HVAC technician experience.
• Ability to teach and mentor adult learners.
• Strong communication and patience.

Responsibilities

• Guiding learners through fundamentals and advanced HVAC concepts.
• Leading hands-on labs in a modern shop with industry-standard equipment.
• Designing engaging lessons aligned with certification expectations.
• Tracking learner progress and providing clear feedback.
• Collaborating with instructors to refine learning experiences.
• Staying current with evolving HVAC tools, systems and practices.
• Preparing students to sit for certification exams.

Skills

HVAC hands-on experience

Strong communication

Mentoring/teaching

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shape Tomorrow's HVAC Pros — Hicksville, NYImagine 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 TechFor 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