Electrical/HVAC Facilities and Service Technology Faculty

Rochester Community and Technical College • Full-time • Rochester, Minnesota, United States • $43,067 - $98,660 / year • 3w ago

Turn Your Trade Expertise Into the Next Generation's Success

Are you an experienced electrician and/or HVAC professional looking for a new challenge while staying connected to the trade you love? Do you enjoy mentoring apprentices, training coworkers, or sharing your knowledge with others? We are seeking industry professionals who are ready to bring their real-world experience into the classroom as a Faculty member. As a Facilities and Service Technology (FAST) Faculty, you will play a vital role in preparing the next generation of trade professionals. You'll combine your hands-on industry expertise with engaging instruction to help students develop the technical skills, safety mindset, and professionalism needed to succeed in today's industry. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' careers while enjoying a rewarding professional path that offers stability, meaningful work, and the chance to shape the future of the skilled trades.

What You'll Do

Teach electrical/HVAC theory, code, safety, and hands-on laboratory skills.
Share real-world industry knowledge and best practices with students.
Guide and mentor students as they develop technical and professional competencies.
Create an engaging learning environment that supports student success.
Collaborate with industry partners and fellow faculty to ensure program relevance and quality.

We're Looking For

Journeyman or Master Electricians OR HVAC certified professionals with significant field experience.
Professionals who are passionate about mentoring and workforce development.
Strong communicators who enjoy helping others learn and grow.
Individuals interested in transitioning from industry into education.

No prior teaching experience? No problem. We provide support, professional development, and resources to help qualified industry professionals become successful educators. Join us and help energize the future of the electrical industry, one student at a time

Salary Range:

Salary is dependent on education and experience, in accordance with the Minnesota State College Faculty [MSCF] bargaining agreement (available on the Minnesota State website at: https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/mscf-contract.pdf). The range for this position is $43,067 - $98,660. Official transcripts, proof of licensure, and job verification required upon hire. The position also includes excellent fringe benefits.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education Requirement

Two-year diploma in an electrician program or completion of a registered electrician apprenticeship program Or Associate degree in a building utilities mechanic program or a building facilities technology program Or Associate degree in an HVAC or related program

Occupational Experience Requirement

Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience as a in field or Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience as a building utilities mechanic or HVAC.

Recency Requirement

One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Preferred Qualification:

State of Minnesota Class A Journeyman Electrician License

Telework (Yes/No):

About:

RCTC is a member of Minnesota State- a higher education system that includes 24 two-year community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving more than 430,000 students. It is the fifth-largest higher education system of its kind in the United States.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

A sense of purpose in their work
Connection with their coworkers and communities
Opportunities for personal and professional growth

HOW TO APPLY

Apply on the Minnesota State job site (https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers?locationscity=a7c19120895110016721e46a24c30000)
Upload (attach) current resume
Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how your qualifications align with the requirements of this position
Upload(attach) licensure information

Pay: $43,067.00 - $98,660.00 per year

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