HVACR Workforce Development Instructor

Lincoln Tech; East Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Lincoln Tech in East Windsor, CT seeks an experienced HVAC instructor to mentor students, lead labs, and deliver accredited instruction in a modern facility. You will guide learners through hands‑on troubleshooting and connect practical work to theory.

The role emphasizes engaging lesson design, student mentorship, and preparing learners for HVAC certification exams, with a 4‑day work week and strong professional development support.

Qualifications

• Clear, confident communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• True enthusiasm for teaching and mentorship.
• Ability to energize, engage, and motivate learners.
• Willingness to coach students toward certification exams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited HVAC instruction that blends theory with real shop scenarios.
• Lead practical labs using industry-standard equipment in a well‑equipped facility.
• Design an inclusive, engaging learning space that fuels student growth.
• Evaluate student performance and provide thoughtful, actionable feedback.
• Create lesson plans aligned with current industry benchmarks.
• Keep pace with changing HVAC technologies and best practices.
• Partner with faculty to improve curriculum and overall program effectiveness.
• Coach students toward certification exams and rewarding HVAC careers.

Skills

Communication

Mentorship

Student engagement

Education

Journeyman’s License

High School Diploma or GED

S1/S2 License eligibility

Job description

Build Futures in HVACR — One Lesson, One Lab, One Career at a Time

What if your years on the job could jumpstart hundreds of HVAC careers? At Lincoln Tech in East Windsor, we’re inviting S1/S2 HVAC Technicians to mentor the next generation. Imagine guiding students through live troubleshooting in a fully equipped lab, then connecting those hands‑on wins to the theory that powers the trade. If you love the craft and care about people, this is where your impact multiplies—on a 4-day work week that gives you a three-day weekend, every week.

Your Mission

• Deliver accredited HVAC instruction that blends theory with real shop scenarios.
• Lead practical labs using industry-standard equipment in a well‑equipped facility.
• Design an inclusive, engaging learning space that fuels student growth.
• Evaluate student performance and provide thoughtful, actionable feedback.
• Create lesson plans aligned with current industry benchmarks.
• Keep pace with changing HVAC technologies and best practices.
• Partner with faculty to improve curriculum and overall program effectiveness.
• Coach students toward certification exams and rewarding HVAC careers.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Minimum 3 years of HVAC Technician experience.
• S1 or S2 license—or eligibility and drive to obtain an S license.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Clear, confident communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to energize, engage, and motivate learners.
• True enthusiasm for teaching and mentorship.

Growth, Stability, and Support

• Sign-on bonus available (part-time and full-time).
• Flexible scheduling with a 4-day work week.
• Join an established HVAC program known for proven graduate outcomes.
• Teach with industry-standard tools in a modern, well‑equipped training facility.
• Institutional stability (75+ years) and a supportive faculty community.
• Professional development and meaningful advancement opportunities.
• Full-time comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Part-time benefits: 401(k) with Company Match

Technical Proficiency We Value

• HVAC
• HVAC/R Systems
• Journeyman’s License
• HVAC Service & Installation
• HVAC Maintenance
• HVAC Troubleshooting
• HVAC Repair
• Boiler Troubleshooting

Machines & Technologies You’ll Use

• HVAC Systems

Why Lincoln Tech

For 80 years, Lincoln Tech has helped students build meaningful careers in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, and Information Technology. Our hands‑on, skills‑focused approach—and strong instructor support—sets learners and educators up for success.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to amplify your impact? Bring your HVAC experience to the classroom—and help launch the next generation of technicians.