HVAC Technical Trainer

NAC Mechanical Services; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NAC Mechanical Services in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an HVAC Technical Trainer responsible for developing, delivering, and continuously improving technical and safety-focused training programs for technicians, apprentices, and helpers.

The role provides consistent, practical instruction aligned with company standards, industry best practices, and safety expectations, serving as a technical resource, mentor, and coach while supporting workforce development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years HVAC industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, coach, or develop field personnel.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, controls, troubleshooting, tools, and safety practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective instructional and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to employees with varying levels of experience.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and deliver structured HVAC training programs.
• Create lesson plans and hands-on technical exercises.
• Train employees on HVAC systems, electrical systems, controls, troubleshooting techniques, and safety practices.
• Assess employee skill levels and tailor training to support development opportunities.
• Facilitate engaging classroom, shop, and field training experiences.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through testing, observation, and feedback.
• Maintain accurate training and certification records.
• Stay current with industry trends, codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Reinforce company policies, quality standards, and safety expectations.
• Serve as a technical resource for field personnel and leadership teams.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, professionalism, and safety

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Verbal and written communication

Instructional/presentation skills

Organizational and recordkeeping

Safety practices

Job description

Description

NAC Mechanical Services is seeking an HVAC Technical Trainer responsible for developing, delivering, and continuously improving technical and safety-focused training programs for technicians, apprentices, and helpers.

This role plays a key part in employee development by providing consistent, practical instruction aligned with company standards, industry best practices, and safety expectations. The HVAC Technical Trainer serves as a technical resource, mentor, and coach while supporting workforce development initiatives across the organization.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and deliver structured HVAC training programs.
• Create lesson plans and hands-on technical exercises.
• Train employees on HVAC systems, electrical systems, controls, troubleshooting techniques, and safety practices.
• Assess employee skill levels and tailor training to support development opportunities.
• Facilitate engaging classroom, shop, and field training experiences.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through testing, observation, and feedback.
• Maintain accurate training and certification records.
• Stay current with industry trends, codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Reinforce company policies, quality standards, and safety expectations.
• Serve as a technical resource for field personnel and leadership teams.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, professionalism, and safety

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of HVAC industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, coach, or develop field personnel.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, controls, troubleshooting, tools, and safety practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective instructional and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to employees with varying levels of experience.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in classroom, shop, and active jobsite environments.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during hands-on instruction