Instructor - HVAC Building Management and Maintenance (Northlands)

East Central College • City of Batavia, NY

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student learning activities. Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College. The Building Management Academic Unit is a multi-disciplinary program seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas. This program instructs individuals wishing to enter the areas of facilities management, property management, HVAC-R, and construction related fields.

Requirements

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Knowledge of academic discipline
• Ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies
• Use of instructional technology where appropriate
• Experience with computerized student record management
• Ability to develop educational programs
• Ability to teach effectively at the college level
• Initiative and resourcefulness
• Industrious and dependability
• Ability to work in a team and collaborative environment
• Effective communication skills
• Experience teaching a diverse student body
• Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Management Area: Individuals must possess experience and education in facilities management and have managed construction or renovation projects in medium-to-large facilities.
• Supervision of personnel in construction related fields with an understanding of both unionized and non-unionized environments is required.
• A basic understanding of building operations, planning and budget control functions.
• Ability to work with both basic software and industry related software.
• Electrical and Mechanical Area: Individual must possess knowledge of electrical theory, basic wiring, operational control systems used in HVAC-R, basic residential and light commercial applications per the National Electric Code.
• Ability to read, understand, and explain wiring diagrams and related mechanical prints.
• Must have hands-on experience working with students in a laboratory setting.
• HVAC-R area: Individual must possess knowledge and theory of residential heating and cooling systems, heat pump technology for medium and large facilities, as well as low pressure boilers, air handlers, chillers, and cooling towers, for larger facilities.
• Understanding of both Electrical controls and piping systems used in residential and commercial systems is necessary.
• This individual must be able to instruct both the theory and conduct organized hands-on lab activities for maintenance and troubleshooting of various systems.
• Construction Trades/ Structural Area: Individual must process knowledge of both residential and light commercial building components and systems currently used in construction.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of carpentry, masonry, and construction methods to provide both theory and organized practical hands-on laboratory activities.
• Having mechanical aptitude and knowledge of safety practices is a priority in teaching and using various tools and finish materials.
• Must have a good understanding of blueprints, building operations, planning, estimating, and budget control functions.
• Requires the individual to work with both basic software and industry related software.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience working in a construction, electrical or industrial related field
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management engineering technology, civil engineering or civil engineering technology, industrial engineering or industrial engineering technology, architecture, electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology, mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology, technical education, building management or related construction and facilities management areas.
• An Associate’s degree (AOS or AAS) in any construction or building related field may be considered with five (5) years of verifiable teaching experience.
• Journeyman status in their profession determined by the application of equivalencies in the individual academic unit and satisfactory evaluation of professional responsibilities and five (5) years of verifiable teaching experience.
• All candidates interested in applying in the HVAC-R area must possess a current EPA 608 Universal certification to handle refrigerants.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of energy management principles and the programming of preventative maintenance activities is preferred.
• A Master's degree is preferred; trades related certificate or equivalent will be reviewed.
• Related degrees as appropriate, or other related disciplines as determined by committee.
• City of Buffalo Stationary Engineer license, Chief or 1st class only, is preferred for candidates interested in applying in the HVAC-R area.
• Experience in teaching at the College level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s)
• Prepares course syllabi which motivate and engage students
• Aligns learning activities with Departmental course outcomes
• Evaluates student’s performance based on course learning outcomes
• Assists students as faculty advisor and holds office hours
• Provides tutorial help to students
• Serves on departmental, unit, and college committees
• Provides as appropriate learning environment for students
• Respond to students and provide students with assistance and guidance
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment
• Adheres to all College policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
• Fulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement

Benefits

• Excellent health and benefits packages are comparable to offerings through similar county and New York State positions.
• Employees can take advantage of the College’s expansive Health & Wellness initiatives
• tuition-free college courses are available for both employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level