HVAC/R Technical Training Instructor

Lincoln Tech Institute • Full-time • Lincoln, Rhode Island, United States • $40 - $45 / hour • 3m ago

Shape Tomorrow’s HVAC Workforce — Full-time and Part-time

Picture your day in our brand-new, state-of-the-art training center in Lincoln, Rhode Island. You greet a small cohort of motivated learners, walk them through safety checks, then bring theory to life on modern HVAC/R systems. By afternoon, you’re coaching hands-on diagnostics and preparing students for certification success. And when the week wraps on day four, you head into a three-day weekend knowing you’ve helped launch careers.

The Role

Join the founding instructional team bringing Lincoln Tech’s new HVAC program to life. You’ll blend classroom teaching with practical lab mentoring to equip students for real-world HVAC careers.

What You’ll Do

Deliver accredited instruction in HVAC technologies across lecture and lab settings
Lead hands-on training using our fully equipped, cutting-edge facility
Foster an engaging, growth-focused learning environment with manageable class sizes
Track progress, coach students, and provide timely, constructive feedback
Create lesson plans aligned to industry standards and certifications
Stay current with emerging HVAC tools, methods, and best practices
Collaborate with faculty to continuously improve program outcomes
Prepare students for certification exams and long-term career success

What You’ll Bring

5+ years of hands-on HVAC Technician experience
High school diploma or GED
Clear, confident communication and strong people skills
Talent for motivating and engaging adult learners
Passion for mentoring the next generation of technicians

No teaching background yet? We’ve got you. We provide the training and support you need to become a great instructor.

Why You’ll Love It

4-day work week with three-day weekends
Be part of the program launch at a brand-new campus facility
Modern labs, current equipment, and a climate-controlled environment
Stability with a well-established institution (75+ years)
Professional development and advancement opportunities

Full-Time Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays

Part-Time Benefits

Flexible evening schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00pm–10:15pm (great alongside your current electrical or HVAC work)
401(k) with Company Match
Potential pathway to full-time teaching

About Lincoln Tech

For 80 years, Lincoln Tech has prepared students for in-demand roles in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, and Information Technology through hands-on, skills-focused education.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.