HVAC Instructor

Tidewater Tech•Norfolk, VA

10d•$35•Onsite

About The Position

Tidewater Tech is hiring an HVAC Instructor in Norfolk, Virginia, to prepare adult students for entry-level careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. The instructor delivers hands-on training on real-world systems, covering topics such as air conditioning and refrigeration, heating systems, commercial AC and refrigeration, comfort and psychrometrics, heat pumps, and advanced troubleshooting and service. Instruction includes troubleshooting AC units, repairing heating systems, installing ductwork, and working with commercial refrigeration, electrical components, and airflow dynamics. The instructor also helps students prepare for industry credentials, including EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification, OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification, DPOR credit toward future Journeyman HVAC Certification, and the Industrial Competency Exam (ICE). No prior teaching experience is required; Tidewater Tech provides a five-day paid instructor training program. The role offers pay up to $35 per hour based on experience and qualifications, plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus. The listed full-time schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Potential part-time options are also available to learn more about.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of practical, hands-on HVAC/R work experience.
OSHA 10-hour safety certification, which may be completed within six months of hire.
EPA refrigerant certification, which may be completed within six months of hire.
Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in mentoring adult students.
Comfort with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, for recordkeeping and reporting.
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage a classroom in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous classroom, lab, or apprenticeship-instruction experience.
North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification.

Responsibilities

Teach HVAC/R classes on a regular schedule in a hands-on classroom and lab setting.
Create a welcoming, supportive learning environment that keeps students engaged and on track.
Help develop curriculum, prepare course materials, and maintain tools and equipment.
Track attendance, grades, and student progress, and flag students who need extra support.
Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and campus leadership on scheduling and student outcomes.
Take part in ongoing instructor training and professional development.
Help prepare students for industry-recognized credentials.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on bonus.
401(k) with company match.
Health insurance from the first day of employment.
Dental insurance from the first day of employment.
Vision insurance from the first day of employment.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Five-day paid instructor training program.
Predictable weekday hours, with no on-call emergencies or weekend service calls.
Curriculum, materials, and administrative support provided.