Instructor Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration

NC Community Colleges; North Carolina; On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Technical Community College seeks an Instructor Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration to provide effective instruction for assigned courses at various Wake Tech Campus Locations. The position is full-time (FLSA exempt) with a 40-hour work week and a salary range of $69,012.00 - $75,912.00 annually plus benefits.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree in Heating & Cooling Technology, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration with three years of field experience, or

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Heating & Cooling Technology, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration and three years of field experience.
• OR H1, H2, H3, or Commercial Refrigeration State Contractor’s License and five years of field experience.
• Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible
• Assists with curriculum design and contributes to course activities

Skills

Teaching ability

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Blackboard/tech proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Heating & Cooling Technology, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration

Commercial Refrigeration State Contractor’s License (H1/H2/H3)

Tools

NCCER Certification

Job description

Instructor Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration

Wake Technical Community College

Job Location

various Wake Tech Campus Locations

Salary Grade

\$69,012.00 - \$75,912.00 annually

full time benefits

Job Reports To

Skilled Trades, Construction and Facilities Management

Job Category

Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: 09/23/2026

Closes: 11/15/2026

Target Start Date

01/05/2027

Expected Work Hours

Reg 40 hours week

Employment Type

FLSA exempt, full time annual

Minimum Qualifications

And

Associate degree in Heating & Cooling Technology, Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration and three years of field experience (warranty, service, maintenance or installation)

OR

H1, H2, H3, or Commercial Refrigeration State Contractor’s License and five (5) years experience (warranty, service, maintenance or installation)

Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application. If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.

Preferred Qualifications

Ten (10) years of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration field experience (warranty, service, maintenance or installation)

Three years of post-secondary teaching experience

NCCER Certification

Demonstrated supervisory and/or leadership skills

Position Description

Responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
• Follows identified course activities to meet learning objectives that support the goals of the course
• Assists with curriculum design
• Maintains regular office hours
• Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Serves on college or department committees as needed
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible
• Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
• Provides class coverage for fellow instructors as needed
• Maintains or obtains NCCER certification as required for assigned courses
• Participate in graduation exercises

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning

Be innovative, creative, motivated

Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others

Able to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently

Good organizational skills

Knowledge of and facility with technology and software including, computers, and web-based resources such as Blackboard.

Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Must have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to troubleshoot difficult projects

Must have strong leadership skills

Must demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills

Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential