HVAC Technical Instructor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Create and implement advanced technical training programs for HVAC professionals, internal personnel, and external partners.

• Conduct instructor-led and virtual instructor-led training sessions focused on commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting HVAC equipment and control systems.

• Tailor instructional approaches to meet learner needs and align with business objectives.

• Produce multimedia educational materials, including videos, eLearning modules, and simulations.

• Guide and mentor junior instructors while maintaining instructional consistency and technical correctness.

• Act as a technical authority in HVAC systems, providing expert insights to instructional design teams.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to pinpoint performance gaps and develop targeted educational solutions.

• Review and verify technical content for accuracy, relevance, and compliance with industry standards.

• Engage in product development cycles by offering field-based feedback and customer insights to engineering and R&D teams.

• Manage the complete lifecycle of instructor-led training (ILT), virtual instructor-led training (VILT), blended, and curated learning programs.

• Work in partnership with stakeholders, vendors, and subject matter experts to ensure programs align with business goals.

• Supervise logistics, budgeting, communication, and learner engagement strategies.

• Assess program effectiveness using both qualitative and quantitative metrics and suggest data-driven enhancements.

• Prioritize projects, allocate resources, and address instructional challenges.

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience in HVAC or a related technical field.

• Over 8 years of progressive experience in HVAC service, technical instruction, or a related area.

• Proven expertise in servicing and troubleshooting complex HVAC systems, including chillers, air handling units, and control systems.

• Experience in delivering technical training in both instructor-led (ILT) and virtual (VILT) formats.

• Demonstrated ability to design and modify curriculum in response to learner needs and business objectives.

• A track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product knowledge and customer satisfaction.

• Experience mentoring peers or junior staff in technical subject matter and instructional methods.

• Advanced understanding of HVAC systems, including chillers, air handling units, control systems, and refrigeration cycles.

• Strong facilitation and instructional delivery capabilities across ILT, VILT, and blended learning formats.

• Capability to exercise independent judgment in curriculum design, learner engagement, and program assessment.

• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS), virtual platforms, and instructional technologies.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to mentor and coach colleagues in technical instruction and classroom management.

• Willingness to travel up to 35% for onsite training and engagement with stakeholders.

• Capacity to lift and transport training equipment weighing up to 50 lbs; frequent handling of manuals and materials up to 35 lbs.

• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• EPA 608 Universal, NATE, or HVAC Excellence certifications are preferred.

• Technical school training in HVAC systems and controls is preferred.

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in HVAC service, technical instruction, or leadership in training programs is preferred.

• Familiarity with Articulate, Adobe Captivate, or similar curriculum development platforms is preferred.

• Knowledge of HVAC regulatory standards and codes (ASHRAE, ANSI, EPA) is preferred.

• Awareness of emerging HVAC technologies, including IoT-enabled systems and smart controls, is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options along with dental and vision coverage.

• 401K retirement plan featuring employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2% of employee contributions.

• Company-provided life insurance, with optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage, and voluntary accident coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• Three weeks of paid time off for new employees, plus 11 company-paid holidays.

• Vacation accrual occurs on a monthly basis, unless federal, state, or local law mandates a quicker accrual rate.

• Paid sick leave in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement available after six months of continuous service.

• Opportunity to make a significant impact and shape your career within a company dedicated to growth.

• Support from an organization that values the inclusion and engagement of diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve maximum potential.