Workforce HVAC Co-Instructor

MountainOne; Pittsfield, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Community College in Pittsfield, MA is seeking two HVAC/R and Heat Pump co-instructors to teach, supervise, and evaluate students in the Workforce & Community Education program in a new state-of-the-art HVAC lab.

Instructors will deliver lectures and hands-on shop training, prepare students for EPA 608, A2L, OSHA-10, and additional certifications, and help develop curriculum while supporting recruitment and admissions. Strong safety and thorough record-keeping are required.

Qualifications

• Instruct students on current HVAC technologies, safety, and troubleshooting through lectures and hands-on shop training.
• Prepare students for industry certifications such as EPA Section 608, A2L, OSHA-10, NATE Ready-to-Work, and NORA.
• Assess student progress and maintain a safe, professional shop environment.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and revision of curriculum and program policies.
• Support student recruitment and/or admissions processes as needed.
• Use instructional technology to enhance learning and communication (e.g., LMS such as Canvas).
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, student progress, and required program documentation.
• Collaborate with Workforce staff and faculty to ensure alignment with employer and industry needs.
• Collaborate with employer partners to ensure curriculum relevance, coordinate training opportunities and support student job placement.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students on HVAC technologies, safety, and troubleshooting.
• Assess progress and maintain a safe shop environment.
• Support curriculum development and program policies.
• Assist with recruitment and admissions.

Job description

Berkshire Community College is seeking two HVAC/R and Heat Pump co-instructors. The co-instructors are responsible for the teaching, supervision, and evaluation of students in the Workforce & Community Education training. Classes will take place in our new state-of-the-art HVAC training lab equipped with modern, industry-standard systems providing instructors with the tools to deliver hands-on, experiential learning aligned with current workforce demand. Instructional support, onboarding, and training in program expectations will be provided to support effective teaching. The role focuses on preparing students for entry-level professional roles in the HVAC industry through a mix of classroom lectures and hands-on laboratory.

Pre-planning and exploring the new lab, classroom, and curriculum is anticipated to begin on 11/2/2026 and will require approximately 60 hours. We anticipate teaching will require availability Monday through Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., during two 16-week program cycles which are anticipated to begin in March 2027. Although scheduling details remain subject to change, applicants should expect a commitment aligned with these hours. Additional duties may occasionally be performed outside of instructional time to support program needs.

The Instructor will:

• Instruct students on current HVAC technologies, safety, and troubleshooting through lectures and hands-on shop training.
• Prepare students for industry certifications such as EPA Section 608, A2L, OSHA-10, NATE Ready-to-Work, and NORA.
• Assess student progress and maintain a safe, professional shop environment.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and revision of curriculum and program policies.
• Support student recruitment and/or admissions processes as needed.
• Use instructional technology to enhance learning and communication (e.g., LMS such as Canvas).
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, student progress, and required program documentation.
• Collaborate with Workforce staff and faculty to ensure alignment with employer and industry needs.
• Collaborate with employer partners to ensure curriculum relevance, coordinate training opportunities and support student job placement.

Additional Information:

• Source of Funding:*Grant -positionis subject to the terms and conditions of the grant and continued availability of funding
• Location:Berkshire Community College
• Salary:$52.00 per hour; contracted
• Anticipated Start Date:11/02/2026

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