Technical Instructor- HVAC

Power Design Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national construction contractor is seeking a Technical HVAC Instructor to lead hands-on training, mentor apprentices, and enhance the technical skills of its workforce. The ideal candidate will possess an active HVAC license, have over 5 years of experience in commercial HVAC systems, and a passion for teaching. This role is critical in shaping the next generation of HVAC professionals and ensuring quality installation across projects.

Qualifications

• Active HVAC license or meets requirements for Florida licensure.
• 5+ years experience in commercial HVAC construction.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on HVAC training and mentorship.
• Conduct technical evaluations for new hires.
• Design and develop training content aligned with project requirements.

Skills

HVAC technical training

Mentoring

Strong communication skills

Mechanical installation

Bilingual abilities

Education

Active HVAC license

5+ years of HVAC experience

Job description

About the Position

Power Design is looking for an HVAC expert who wants to take their field experience and use it to develop people — not just projects. In this role, you’ll lead hands‑on technical training in our state‑of‑the‑art training facilities, mentor apprentices, and support the technical growth of our field and office employees across the HVAC/mechanical scopes. You will also conduct technical skill evaluations for new hires and internal promotions, helping ensure that our field talent is placed confidently and successfully on projects.

As a Technical HVAC Instructor, you will play a key role in strengthening field capability, ensuring consistent installation quality, and shaping the next generation of HVAC/mechanical professionals at Power Design.

If you love the mechanical trade, enjoy teaching others, and want a role where you can directly influence careers and workforce development—this is your next move.

• Deliver in-person, hands‑on mechanical/HVAC technical training to apprentices, field employees, and office employees (primarily in our training facilities and occasionally on active job sites).
• Teach Power Design Mechanical Best Practices, installation standards, safety expectations, and field procedures.
• Conduct technical evaluations for new hires and internal promotion candidates to assess skill level and field readiness.
• Mentor apprentices throughout their development, including classroom instruction, lab‑based learning, and coaching.
• Design, develop, and maintain training content, lesson plans, job aids, and assessments that align with project requirements and evolving mechanical codes.
• Partner with subject matter experts and field leaders to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with apprenticeship partners and industry organizations (e.g., IMC, ABC, NCCER chapters, or similar mechanical trade programs).
• Represent Power Design in the community by supporting trade advocacy, recruiting, and workforce development initiatives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• Active HVAC license (or meets all requirements to obtain applicable licensure in Florida).
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience working in commercial HVAC/mechanical construction (multifamily/high‑rise strongly preferred).
• Well‑rounded mechanical system installation and start up/comissioning experience, including but not limited to ductwork, refrigeration, hydronics, piping, and a variety of HVAC systems such as VRV/VRF, DX Split, Chilled Water, and Water Source Heat Pump systems.
• Supervisory experience in managing and mentoring crews preferred
• Knowledge of plumbing systems and installation practices is a plus.
• Passion for teaching and the ability to break down complex technical concepts into practical, clear instruction.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills; comfortable speaking to groups and coaching one‑on‑one.
• Excellent organization and planning abilities with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Experience training others (classroom or hands‑on) preferred, but not required.
• Ability to occasionally adjust work hours to support training needs.
• Bilingual abilities a plus.
• Demonstrates and upholds Power Design’s core values:Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation, and Growth.

At Power Design, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Power Design believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is paramount to our success as a national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool nationwide

About Us

Power Design is a National Design Build Contractor, focused on innovative construction across multiple trades: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and systems technologies. Since 1989, we’ve disrupted the industry by putting next‑generation ideas to powerful, practical use because we care. We design breakthrough solutions that push the limits of what’s possible by harnessing the collaborative power of our teams to elevate experiences and empower the communities where we live and work. In an industry that tends to look back, we’re building better by staying grounded in our values, dedicated to our unique culture, and supportive of work‑life balance – making us built to last. By investing in our people and doing things differently, we’re designing what’s next.