HVAC Instructor

Tidewater Tech•Norfolk, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential. At Tidewater Tech, we are committed to helping adult students develop the skills necessary for meaningful entry-level careers. Founded in 1969, our institution is steeped in a tradition of career education and workforce development. As a leading educational provider in the trade industry, our programs, designed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensure that students are well-prepared for today’s workplace. With high academic standards and hands-on training, we create a learning environment that supports student success. At Tidewater Tech, we’re dedicated to shaping the next generation of skilled professionals. The HVAC program prepares students for entry-level careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration through hands-on training on real-world systems. As instructor, you'll teach students to troubleshoot faulty AC units, repair heating systems, install ductwork, and work with commercial refrigeration, electrical components, and airflow dynamics — covering topics like air conditioning & refrigeration, heating systems, commercial AC & refrigeration, comfort & psychrometrics, heat pumps, and advanced troubleshooting & service. You'll also help prepare students for industry-recognized 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) — equipping graduates for careers as AC technicians, HVAC installers, refrigeration technicians, HVAC engineers, and more.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 3 years of practical, hands-on HVAC/R work experience.
OSHA 10-hour safety certification (can be completed within 6 months of hire).
EPA refrigerant certification (can be completed within 6 months of hire).
Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in mentoring adult students.
Comfortable with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, 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.