Instructor - HVAC

Hazard Community and Technical College; Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care, vision, and…

Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you,…

403(b) retirement plan with employer 2

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

Institutional closing pay (Last 2 wks)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hazard Community & Technical College is seeking an HVAC Instructor to provide classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. The instructor will prepare students for employment by aligning with industry practices and safety standards.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree in HVAC/R or related field, relevant industry experience, and Universal EPA Section 608 certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Air Conditioning Technology, HVAC/R, or a closely related field.
• Relevant professional experience in the HVAC/R industry.
• Universal EPA Section 608 certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in HVAC/R courses.
• Teach installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC/R systems.
• Develop and maintain course materials, lesson plans, assessments, and instructional activities.
• Maintain a safe and effective laboratory environment and reinforce proper workplace safety practices.
• Advise students regarding program requirements, course scheduling, credentials, and career opportunities.
• Maintain accurate student attendance, grades, and required instructional records.
• Participate in curriculum development, course and program assessment, and continuous program improvement.
• Work with industry partners and the Program Advisory Committee to help ensure curriculum remains aligned with workforce needs.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, registration, and program outreach activities.
• Participate in college committees, professional development, and other institutional activities as assigned.
• Maintain and assist with instructional equipment, supplies, and HVAC/R laboratory facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Industry HVAC/R experience

Education

Associate degree in Air Conditioning Technology HVAC/R or related field

Job description

Instructor – HVAC

Salary Range: $Commiserate with education and/or experience

Contract Term Length: 10 Months

Standard Hours: 37.5

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Hazard Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Hazard Community College

Department: Advanced and Professional Technologies

Hazard and Community Technical College is seeking an HVAC Instructor HVAC Instructor to provide classroom, laboratory, and hands‑on instruction in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. The instructor will prepare students for employment in the HVAC/R industry by providing instruction aligned with current industry practices, safety standards, and program competencies.

Review of applications will begin December 4, 2026.

Job Duties

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and hands‑on instruction in HVAC/R courses.
• Teach installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Develop and maintain course materials, lesson plans, assessments, and instructional activities.
• Maintain a safe and effective laboratory environment and reinforce proper workplace safety practices.
• Advise students regarding program requirements, course scheduling, credentials, and career opportunities.
• Maintain accurate student attendance, grades, and required instructional records.
• Participate in curriculum development, course and program assessment, and continuous program improvement.
• Work with industry partners and the Program Advisory Committee to help ensure curriculum remains aligned with workforce needs.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, registration, and program outreach activities.
• Participate in college committees, professional development, and other institutional activities as assigned.
• Maintain and assist with instructional equipment, supplies, and HVAC/R laboratory facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Air Conditioning Technology, HVAC/R, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Relevant professional experience in the HVAC/R industry.
• Knowledge and experience with HVAC/R installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.

Required Certifications

• Universal EPA Section 608 certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching or training experience.
• Kentucky HVAC licensure and/or other industry‑recognized HVAC/R certifications.
• Universal EPA Section 608 proctor exam certification.
• Experience working with current HVAC/R technologies, including modern refrigerants, heat pumps, electrical controls, and related systems.

Additional Skills Requested

• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively and work with students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to provide both classroom and hands‑on laboratory instruction.

Employee Rights

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.

Benefits

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program