HVAC Instructor - FT

HVAC/R Instructor - FT

About The Job 

Fortis College in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced, highly motivated HVAC/R Technician to join its faculty.  If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates. 

Fortis provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high-demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth. 

Job Description 

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our HVAC Program.  This is a full-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director.  The primary responsibility will be to teach HVAC/R courses.  The typical teaching load is three courses each term, with two or three preparations. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the program director and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.   

Requirements 

• Completion of an HVAC/R program resulting in a certificate of completion or a diploma; an associate degree is preferred but not required

• Certifications/licensure:
  • EPA Universal
  • Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR) Journeyman or Master HVAC
  • OSHA 10
  • NCCER Desired but not required
  • HVAC Excellence desired but not required
  • NACE desired but not required

• At least three years of experience as an HVAC/R Technician

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Highly organized, motivated, and results-driven 

• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred but not required