Workforce Development Instructor: Temporary Part-Time—Commercial & Industrial HVAC

Tennessee Board of Regents; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking qualified contract instructors to teach HVAC training classes for its Workforce and Community Development Department. We are specifically seeking an instructor for evening classes to be taught on an ongoing basis.

Instructors work on a part-time, temporary contract to provide educational instruction for a specific class or workforce training. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate or degree in HVAC or Industrial Electricity.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Minimum three years of experience as an HVAC technician in a commercial or industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• 80% Delivery of educational instruction
• 20% Curriculum development (Utilize NCCER HVAC Curriculum)

Job description

Title: Workforce Development Instructor: Temporary Part-Time-Commercial & Industrial HVAC

Department: Workforce & Community Development

Campus: Varies

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Type of Appointment: Temporary Part-Time

Rate of Pay: Varies by course, experience, and instructional area.

Work Hours: HVAC courses will be offered in the evening in an industry setting.

Position Summary

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking qualified contract instructors (s) to teach HVAC training classes for its Workforce and Community Development Department. We are specifically seeking an instructor for evening classes to be taught on an ongoing basis.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts and/or records of qualifications are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts and/or records of qualifications may be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Instructors work on a part-time, temporary contract to provide educational instruction for a specific class or workforce training. Instructors are expected to be subject matter experts on their topic, will be responsible for delivery of instruction, and may be responsible for developing instructional materials. Current and retired industry leaders and past military personnel with technical training and the ability to teach are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 80% Delivery of educational instruction
• 20% Curriculum development (Utilize NCCER HVAC Curriculum)

Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or combine positions at any time.

Required Qualifications

Technical certificate or degree in HVAC or Industrial Electricity with a high degree of knowledge and work experience in safety, tools and materials, installation, troubleshooting, and repairing various commercial and HVAC systems. EPA Universal Certification.

Years of Experience: 3 years

Skills/Abilities: Minimum three years of experience as an HVAC technician in a commercial or industrial setting is required

Note: The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at [e-mail] or 865-539-7354.

Pellissippi State Community College participates in the E-Verify program, a free, web-based system that electronically confirms the identity and employment eligibility of new hires. By using E-Verify, we ensure compliance with federal employment eligibility verification requirements and help maintain a legal workforce. For more information, visit the official E-Verify website.

If you have any problems or questions please contact Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at [e-mail].

Advertised: 16 Aug 2025