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HVAC Program Coordinator – Lead the Next Generation of HVAC Professionals

Are you an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys developing people, sharing knowledge, and helping others succeed?

This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, leadership skills, and passion for education in a role that directly impacts students, faculty, and the future workforce. As an HVAC Program Coordinator, you'll lead both classroom instruction and program operations while mentoring instructors and helping students build the skills needed for successful careers in the HVAC industry.

We're looking for HVAC professionals who can lead by example, inspire others, and bring real-world industry experience into an educational environment.

What You'll Be Doing

As an HVAC Program Coordinator, you'll oversee instructional quality, support faculty development, and help ensure students receive the training and guidance necessary to succeed in the field.

You will:

• Teach HVAC courses and provide hands-on training in classroom and lab settings (minimum 20 teaching hours per week)

• Mentor, support, and develop instructors to ensure high-quality instructional delivery

• Monitor student progress and provide guidance to help students achieve academic and career goals

• Adapt instructional approaches to meet the needs of students with varying experience and skill levels

• Manage program operations including scheduling, inventory, equipment, and classroom resources

• Collaborate with faculty and administration to maintain curriculum quality and student outcomes

• Share real-world HVAC knowledge, safety practices, troubleshooting techniques, and industry best practices

• Help prepare students for licensing, certification, and employment opportunities

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and professional development activities

Minimum Requirements

• Oil Burner Certificate or Refrigeration License (or willing to obtain in 90 days)

• Minimum 3 years of recent experience as a licensed HVAC Technician or similar role (apprenticeship experience not included)

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and industry standards

• Ability to lead, mentor, and support faculty and students

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of classroom teaching experience at the post-secondary level, not required.

• 3 years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience

• Experience developing training programs, mentoring employees, or leading teams

• Passion for workforce development and student success

Why This Role?

• Combine teaching, leadership, and technical expertise in one rewarding position

• Help shape the next generation of HVAC professionals

• Lead a program that directly impacts student career success

• Work in a stable, professional environment focused on education and workforce development

• Continue building your HVAC career while expanding your leadership and management experience

If you're ready to take the next step in your HVAC career and make a lasting impact on students, instructors, and the industry, we'd love to hear from you.