HVAC Controls Technician Instructor

About the role

This role is about passing down the knowledge that keeps buildings running efficiently. You'll work directly with students and systems—turning real-world experience into real capability.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of HVAC controls and building automation systems (BAS)
• Demonstrate real-world diagnostics, safe work practices, and industry standards
• Guide students through a structured, hands-on training model that moves from system setup and BAS fundamentals to equipment application and real-world troubleshooting
• Train students on systems including: DDC controls and BAS platforms, sensors, actuators, and control wiring, HVAC system integration (air handlers, chillers, VFDs, VAVs), basic networking and communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus)
• Cook up students through live tasks, labs, and field-style problem solving
• Track progress and provide clear, practical feedback
• Help keep labs and equipment safe, organized, and industry-ready

Requirements

This is hands-on leadership—not classroom theory. We're looking for professional experience with HVAC controls / building automation systems, strong understanding of HVAC systems and controls integration, solid technical/computer skills (controls software, BAS navigation, etc.), and willingness to mentor and lead by example. No teaching background required—experience and credibility matter most.

Qualifications

• No teaching background required—experience and credibility matter most
• Professional experience with HVAC controls / building automation systems
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and controls integration
• Solid technical/computer skills (controls software, BAS navigation, etc.)
• Willingness to mentor and lead by example

Skills

• Experience with DDC controls, BAS, or HVAC controls systems
• Nice to have: Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys or similar platforms, BAS certifications or manufacturer training, experience commissioning or programming controls systems

Benefits

Make a real impact on the future workforce, stay connected to the systems you know best, move into training without leaving the trade, predictability in schedule compared to field service, pride in passing down correct, professional practices.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Indianapolis (primary location), minimal travel

Benefits

At WorkforceLinc, we build training that reflects the reality of the field—not just theory. You'll be part of a team developing technicians who can step in and perform from day one.

Why Join Us?

Learn more: www.workforcelinc.com