Associate Instructor HVAC

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro is accepting applications for a full – time faculty position in the day HVAC/R Program. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum 37.5-hour workweek (Monday – Friday; 7:30am – 3:30pm). This faculty position is responsible to the Vice President of Instruction and Accreditation for the development, implementation, evaluation, modification, and operation of the HVAC/R program.

Job Duties

The position is responsible for providing individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adults and high school students to prepare them for employment in the field. The faculty member must monitor, grade, and evaluate individual student progress; maintain student records in the college’s student records management software; maintain appropriate documentation; submit timely reports; and assist in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates. The faculty member must work with HVAC/R evening program instructor to coordinate both day and evening programs to ensure curriculum continuity between both sections. Each faculty member must also maintain good public relations with business and industry, maintain an active advisory committee and cooperate with outside agencies. This position will also supervise and follow-up on students participating in cooperative education.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years in residential and/or commercial HVAC/R field.
• Must possess a high degree of knowledge in the following areas: safety, tools and materials, installation, troubleshooting, and repairing various HVAC/R systems.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma from an accredited HVAC/R technical program.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• NATE Certification is preferred.
• Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess computer skills.
• Strong hands-on technical background in the field. Must possess industrial expertise in all phases of industrial, residential, and commercial HVAC/R systems to include installation and service. 
• Must possess the communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and interact with high school and adult students.
• Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Requires initiative and cooperation, i.e., to plan and organize work without close supervision; show initiative and perseverance in satisfying student and community needs; have the ability and possess a desire to interact positively with other faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and co‐workers.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success.
• Demonstrated abilities in leadership, human relations, communication skills (written and verbal), and organizational skills.
• Possess good organizational, mathematical, language, writing and communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Normal standing, sitting, and walking.
• Work is performed in a classroom and shop setting with frequent interruptions and distractions.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, stoop, stand and work, with or without accommodation, to demonstrate and perform all work-based projects in a classroom and shop setting.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; use hands.
• Use of computer.
• Operate a motor vehicle to travel within the college service area and in other areas as needed.

SALARY: $51,149 - $61,379 annually

This is an exempt position.  Salary commensurate with qualifications, education, experience and in accordance with the guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Background checks will be completed on all new hires. Selected candidates will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT Murfreesboro to complete a background check which includes the following:

• Sex Offender Registry                                   
• Driving History
• County Criminal                                             
• National Criminal Database
• Federal Criminal                                            
• Sanctions and Disciplinary Database

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: First consideration will be given to current Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. To be considered for a position at TCAT Murfreesboro, you must create and submit an online application that includes your required documents at Jobs and Employment | TCAT Murfreesboro .  Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using what is recorded on your application. Please be sure to include the complete beginning and end dates under your employment history. Scan/Upload and attach required documents to the online application in Word or PDF format. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

To be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Educational Transcripts/Diploma
• Industry licensure and/or certifications

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. 

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Deltra Fowlkes, Human Resources Coordinator, hr@tcatmurfreesboro.edu, 1303 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, 615-898-8010. See the full non-discrimination policy.