HVAC Technical Instructor

Daikin Applied Americas • Staunton, VA

9d • $39 - $66 • Remote

About The Position

Daikin Applied is seeking an HVAC Technical Instructor II who will be responsible for designing, delivering, and managing advanced technical training programs for HVAC professionals. This role involves curriculum development, instructional delivery, and program evaluation. The instructor will also mentor peers, shape curriculum, and collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product development, and field service teams. This is an opportunity to be part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive their endeavors.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or Equivalent Experience in HVAC or related technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in HVAC service, technical instruction, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in servicing and troubleshooting complex HVAC systems, including chillers, air handling units, and control systems.
• Experience delivering technical training in instructor-led (ILT) and virtual (VILT) formats.
• Proven ability to design and adapt curriculum based on learner needs and business objectives.
• History of collaborating with cross-functional teams to support product knowledge and customer satisfaction.
• Experience mentoring peers or junior staff in technical subject matter and instructional techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers, air handling units, control systems, and refrigeration cycles.
• Strong facilitation and instructional delivery skills across ILT, VILT, and blended formats.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in curriculum design, learner engagement, and program evaluation.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS), virtual platforms, and instructional technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to mentor and coach peers in technical instruction and classroom management.
• Up to 35% travel required for onsite training and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to lift and transport training equipment up to 50 lbs. Frequent handling of manuals and materials up to 35 lbs.
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications: EPA 608 Universal, NATE, HVAC Excellence
• Technical school training in HVAC systems and controls
• 10+ years of progressive experience in HVAC service, technical instruction, or training program leadership
• Proven track record of designing and delivering advanced training programs for complex HVAC systems across multiple modalities (ILT, VILT, blended)
• Experience leading strategic learning initiatives that align with business goals and drive measurable performance improvements.
• Prior collaboration with engineering, product development, and field service teams to integrate technical training with product innovation and customer feedback
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop instructional staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
• Experience working within a corporate learning environment or technical institute with a focus on adult education and workforce development
• Expertise in adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies
• Experience with curriculum development tools such as Articulate, Adobe Captivate, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with HVAC regulatory standards and codes (ASHRAE, ANSI, EPA)
• Ability to analyze learning metrics and translate data into actionable insights
• Experience collaborating with engineering, product development, and field service teams
• Knowledge of emerging HVAC technologies, including IoT-enabled systems and smart controls
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic training initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes

Responsibilities

• Designs and delivers advanced technical training for HVAC professionals, including internal staff and external partners.
• Facilitates instructor-led (ILT) and virtual instructor-led (VILT) sessions on topics such as commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting centrifugal, rotary screw, scroll, and reciprocating chillers, air handling units, cooling towers, pumps, and control systems (DDC and pneumatic).
• Adapts instructional methods to learner needs and business goals.
• Develops multimedia learning assets including videos, eLearning modules, and simulations.
• Provides mentorship and coaching to junior instructors, ensuring instructional consistency and technical accuracy.
• Serves as a technical authority in HVAC systems, contributing expert insight to instructional design teams.
• Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to identify performance gaps and design targeted learning solutions.
• Reviews and validates technical content for accuracy, relevance, and alignment with evolving industry standards.
• Participates in product development cycles, offering field-based feedback and customer insights to engineering and R&D teams.
• Leads the end-to-end management of learning programs across multiple modalities (ILT, VILT, blended, curated pathways).
• Partners with internal stakeholders, vendors, and SMEs to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Oversees logistics, budgeting, communications, and learner engagement strategies in collaboration with training administrators.
• Evaluates program effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative metrics; recommends improvements based on data analysis.
• Prioritizes initiatives, allocates resources, and resolves instructional challenges.

Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short term and long-term disability
• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
• Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
• Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree