HVAC Instructor

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Instructor will train students in the proper installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. This instructor will prepare students for industry careers through classroom instruction and hands-on lab training, while ensuring curriculum aligns with current industry certifications.

All SAU Tech employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in interpersonal behaviors and be committed to effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU Tech family requires a commitment to creating and cultivating caring environments through the intentional inclusion of all staff in student success efforts.

SAU Tech and the State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex. national origin, age, disability or genetic information

Essential Functions of the Position:

Curriculum Delivery: Develop and instruct courses on electrical circuits, instrumentation, sensors, motor controls, and PLCs.

Hands-On Training: Facilitate practical lab sessions, demonstrating the proper use of tools and test equipment.

Student Assessment: Evaluate student performance through exams, practical testing, and progress reports.

Safety Adherence: Enforce rigorous safety protocols (e.g., OSHA, NEC) for all electrical work.

Curriculum Development: Regularly update training materials, manuals, and simulations to align with industry advancements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education:
Associate's degree plus 4-6 years of relevant experience
or
Eight 10+ years of highly relevant field experience

Experience: Field-based experience as an E&I Technician or Supervisor

Knowledge: Deep understanding of industrial instrumentation (flow, level, temperature) and electrical systems.

Instructional Skills: Strong communication, presentation, and classroom management abilities.