HVAC Training Leader — Develop Tomorrow’s Technicians

Gsmsince1927; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing Program

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Coverage

Company Vehicle

Branded Uniforms

Company-Paid Training & Professional -

Tuition Reimbursement

Apprenticeship Opportunities

Recruitment Incentive Bonus Program

Health & Wellness Program

A Supportive, People-First Workplace

Job summary

GSM Services in Gastonia, NC, is seeking an experienced HVAC Training & Development Manager to lead and grow our onsite training program while staying connected to the technical side of the industry. You will build structured training programs, provide hands-on instruction, and shape the future of GSM’s HVAC workforce.

The role emphasizes teaching HVAC fundamentals, installation, service, maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting, with opportunities to advance career pathways and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of hands-on HVAC field experience in installation, service, maintenance, troubleshooting, or a combination of these.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, components, tools, diagnostics, and field practices.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate technical HVAC concepts in a practical, easy-to-understand way.
• Strong communication, leadership, coaching, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with entry-level coworkers to experienced technicians and company leadership.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between GSM facilities and local jobsites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage GSM’s onsite HVAC training program.
• Develop and coordinate hands-on and classroom HVAC training.
• Teach technical topics including HVAC fundamentals, installation, service, maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Work with GSM leaders to identify skill gaps and determine training priorities.
• Coordinate internal experts, outside instructors, vendors, and certification providers.
• Prepare coworkers for HVAC certifications and technical assessments.
• Develop training and career pathways for entry-level, developing, and experienced HVAC coworkers.
• Coach and mentor coworkers as they develop their technical skills.
• Manage company training requirements, certifications, renewals, and training records.
• Coordinate applicable safety training and reinforce safe work practices during technical training.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve GSM’s training programs.

Skills

HVAC field experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Coaching

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma / associate degree / apprenticeship

Tools

EPA 608 Certification

NATE Certification

Job description

GSM Services in Gastonia, NC, is seeking an experienced HVAC Training & Development Manager to lead and grow our onsite training program while staying connected to the technical side of the industry. You will build structured training programs, provide hands-on instruction, and shape the future of GSM’s HVAC workforce.

The role emphasizes teaching HVAC fundamentals, installation, service, maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting, with opportunities to advance career pathways and