HVAC Trade Instructor - Train the Next Gen Technicians

State of Connecticut; Ansonia (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CTECS HVAC Instructors teach courses in HVAC technologies, designing lesson plans and hands-on activities to reflect industry standards. They engage students in practical lab and classroom settings, while building partnerships with local businesses to connect learners with real-world opportunities.

This role emphasizes safety, NFPA/ICC compliance, and collaboration with colleagues to maintain up-to-date curricula and student support throughout the program.

Qualifications

• S-1 HVAC contractor's license issued by the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection required at time of application.
• High School graduation or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and eight years of employment and/or teaching experience in HVAC.
• Experience must cover all areas in the HVAC program description.
• Apprentice training or formal training can count up to five years with transcript review.
• Two thousand hours of apprentice training equals one year.
• Eight years for each subject area endorsement; combined experience cannot be counted for multiple endorsements.
• OSHA 10- Construction Industry Certification.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.
• CDL with proper endorsements to operate a CTECS STV within first year.
• Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
• OSHA Train-the-Trainer certification within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Instructors develop lesson/unit plans and deliver HVAC theory and hands-on training.
• Provide safety training and ensure adherence to NFPA and HVAC-ICC codes.
• Collaborate with business partners for work-based learning opportunities.
• Maintain classroom records and assess student coursework; provide tutoring and counseling.
• Attend meetings and participate in professional development.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

OSHA 10

First Aid CPR AED

CDL endorsements

OSHA Train-the-Trainer

Microsoft Office

Google Products

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Products

Job description

CTECS HVAC Instructors teach courses in HVAC technologies, designing lesson plans and hands-on activities to reflect industry standards. They engage students in practical lab and classroom settings, while building partnerships with local businesses to connect learners with real-world opportunities.

This role emphasizes safety, NFPA/ICC compliance, and collaboration with colleagues to maintain up-to-date curricula and student support throughout the program.