Menlo Park, California, United States · On-site
$70k–$82k/yr
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Skills: HVAC Instruction, Building Maintenance, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Plumbing Systems
Menlo Park, California, United States · Hybrid
$31/hr–$31/hr
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Menlo Park, California, United States · Hybrid
$88k–$93k/yr
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Skills: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, People Management, Educational Technology, Accreditation Planning
Menlo Park, California, United States • On-site
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Design and deliver a comprehensive curriculum for building maintenance and HVAC systems, including hands-on laboratory instruction. Evaluate student progress and maintain safety compliance according to OSHA regulations.
Requires practical industry experience in HVAC and building maintenance, specifically in electrical and plumbing systems. Must have proven experience in instructional design and the ability to lead diverse students in a classroom setting.
About the Role
The Building Maintenance w/ HVAC Instructor will work with a team of fellow instructors who provide training in four career areas: healthcare, construction, information technology and culinary arts.
We are looking for a responsible, qualified Instructor, capable of assessing, planning, implementing, instructing, and evaluating educational programs in the field of Building Maintenance and HVAC. You will be responsible for teaching the Building Maintenance with HVAC class.
This full-time position is scheduled for Monday – Friday mornings, 40 hours to include teaching time and prep time. This job is in-person and located in Menlo Park, California
Responsibilities
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Design, develop, and instruct a comprehensive and up-to-date curriculum for a building maintenance course including training on HVAC systems. Ensure that the curriculum aligns with industry standards, regulations, and emerging technologies.
Safety and Compliance: Emphasizing and enforcing safety protocols, ensuring that students understand and follow safety guidelines when performing maintenance tasks.
Equip students with troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to identify and accurately diagnose maintenance issues.
Instruct students on predictive maintenance methods, utilizing monitoring techniques to anticipate and prevent equipment failures by analyzing data and detecting early warning signs.
Conduct engaging and effective classroom lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practical sessions to impart knowledge about Building Maintenance skills as well as HVAC systems
Create and maintain accurate records, attendance, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
Oversee and guide students in laboratory and workshop settings, assisting them in applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios related to Building and HVAC maintenance and repair.
Evaluate and document student progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained. Provide constructive feedback to help students enhance their skills and understanding of building maintenance, particularly in the HVAC field.
Teach in alignment with JobTrain’s Mission, Values, and School-Wide Learning Objectives
Maintain professional growth through attendance at appropriate seminars, professional development, membership in professional organizations, and by connecting with professional resources.
Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of equipment, tools, and training facilities to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment.
Attend faculty/staff meetings in addition to on-site professional development workshops.
Implement and adhere to all school policies.
Participate in graduation ceremonies.
Experience
Experience teaching Building Maintenance courses
Experience teaching HVAC certification courses
Practical experience in the HVAC industry with expertise in installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems.
Experience working closely with companies who hire Building Maintenance and HVAC employees (across industries) to help connect graduates to employment and externship opportunities is highly desirable.
Expertise in plumbing systems, specifically Drainage, Waste, and Vent (DWV) systems, and be able to teach students about fixture installation, DWV system layout, drainage, ventilation, backflow prevention, plumbing codes, repair techniques, pipe materials, and water supply systems.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Practical experience in the Building Maintenance and HVAC industries
Strong understanding of electrical concepts, including safety practices, electrical circuits, wiring, components, troubleshooting, electrical codes, lighting systems, motors, energy efficiency, and maintenance techniques.
Proven experience in instructional design and delivering effective training sessions.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students in a classroom setting.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Proficiency in using instructional technology and tools to enhance the learning experience.
Provide quality career technical training in Building Maintenance and HVAC that leads to student placement in careers.
Demonstrate proper techniques and safety procedures in the use of tools and equipment.
Provide instruction in basic industrial math; industrial safety and hazards; hand and power tools; maintenance troubleshooting; blueprint, drawing and symbol reading; industrial plumbing and pipefitting.
Provide hands-on instruction to students in areas such as HVAC, electrical (including Low Voltage 50 V or less), plumbing, and air conditioning, as well as HVACR, electrical fundamentals and equipment; electric lamps and lighting controls; and building layout and materials.
Experience with Heat Pump technology.
Provide hands-on Electrical Systems Technologies training.
Maintain Quality Assurance, safety (OSHA and government), contract fulfillment, training, and network administration.
Instruct students on OSHA regulations and procedures, and teach OSHA safety regulation, and best work practices.
Facilitate the certify of students in OSHA, CPR and Basic First Aid
Must be positive, responsive, and a motivational role model for clients.
Strong computer skills with competence in Microsoft 365 platform including Word, Excel and Outlook email. Experience using web applications and online meeting tools. In addition, able to provide training on work order ticketing systems (exL ARCHIBUS, CMMS, or ServiceNow).
Demonstrated ability to be dependable / reliable.
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
COVID-19 Certification
JobTrain requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except as required by law. Therefore, any employment offer will be contingent upon satisfactory proof that you are fully immunized from COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons, and/or as otherwise required by applicable law.
Compensation and Benefits
JobTrain offers a competitive salary, numerous health benefit plans and premium coverage of 90%, vision and dental, flex spending and HSA programs, 401K with an employer match after joining, EAP and emergency services, vacation time, paid sick leave, retirement program employer match, long-term disability and life insurance. We also pay employees for 10 observed holidays including a whole week off between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.
The targeted pay range for this position is $73,542 - $86,579.53 annually
While the full range for this role is listed above, the hiring range is based off years of experience in line with Instructor Career Ladder
We want applicants who are interested in JobTrain’s mission, and we encourage you to attach a cover letter to explain why you are interested in JobTrain and how your experience matches with our needs.
At JobTrain, we take the interview process very seriously. If you are selected to move through the process you should expect a couple of telephone screen calls and one or two Zoom / on-site interviews as part of the interview process.
JobTrain is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, JobTrain does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or national origin.
Also, please note:
Your Pathway to a Successful Future
JobTrain transforms lives and communities in Silicon Valley. Since 1965, we've helped the Valley's most in need reclaim their lives from poverty and unemployment by preparing them for successful careers in high-demand fields. JobTrain transforms personal motivation and potential into real skills that are the foundation for self sufficiency and self-worth. In addition to “vocational training,” we understand that these fundamental transformations require a high school diploma, computer literacy, an interview outfit and ongoing encouragement, as well as access to basics like housing, transportation, counseling and childcare. Our 160, 000 individual success stories prove that powerful transformations happen. And it takes time, commitment and the right resources.
Offices: 1200 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, 94025, US
Your Pathway to a Successful Future
JobTrain transforms lives and communities in Silicon Valley. Since 1965, we've helped the Valley's most in need reclaim their lives from poverty and unemployment by preparing them for successful careers in high-demand fields. JobTrain transforms personal motivation and potential into real skills that are the foundation for self sufficiency and self-worth. In addition to “vocational training,” we understand that these fundamental transformations require a high school diploma, computer literacy, an interview outfit and ongoing encouragement, as well as access to basics like housing, transportation, counseling and childcare. Our 160, 000 individual success stories prove that powerful transformations happen. And it takes time, commitment and the right resources.
Offices: 1200 O'Brien Drive, Menlo Park, 94025, US
