HVAC Instructor

About the Role

IES Residential is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate HVAC Instructor to help develop the next generation of HVAC professionals. This role combines industry expertise with hands-on instruction, giving an experienced HVAC professional the opportunity to train, mentor, and prepare employees for successful careers in the trade.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction covering residential HVAC systems, installation, service, replacement, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Teach the proper use of HVAC tools, equipment, materials, and safety practices.
• Develop practical exercises and real-world simulations that prepare students for field assignments.
• Coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to students with varying skill and experience levels.
• Evaluate student performance through classroom participation, demonstrations, testing, and hands-on assessments.
• Maintain accurate attendance, training, progress, and program completion records.
• Partner with leadership and field teams to identify training needs and align instruction with operational objectives.
• Develop and update lesson plans, instructional materials, and specialty training based on code changes, industry developments, and business needs.
• Reinforce company quality standards, customer-service expectations, safety requirements, and operational procedures.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive classroom and training environment.
• Support onboarding, continuing education, process improvements, and workforce-development initiatives.
• Travel periodically to local divisions, training sites, and other company locations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Extensive hands-on experience with residential HVAC systems and installations.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC installation, service, replacement, maintenance, and troubleshooting practices.
• Familiarity with HVAC tools, equipment, applicable codes, safety requirements, and industry standards.
• Strong instructional, presentation, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and adapt instruction to different learning styles and experience levels.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with leadership, instructors, and field personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn training-related systems and software.
• EPA Section 608 certification and other relevant HVAC licenses or industry certifications are preferred.
• Previous teaching, coaching, or training experience is preferred but not required.
• Spanish-speaking ability is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings, including background and motor vehicle record checks.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in the HVAC industry.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience related to HVAC instructor responsibilities preferred.
• HVAC industry experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Relevant industry certifications or licenses preferred, and required where necessary to perform job duties.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, and use a computer.
• Hand movements, including typing and equipment operation.
• Travel as required to support project and operational needs.
• Stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Sit for extended periods while driving to and between job sites.
• Work on active job sites, indoors and outdoors, including attics, crawlspaces, and confined or elevated spaces, with exposure to varying weather, construction noise, dust, and other job site conditions.
• Wear safety gear such as Personal Protective Equipment.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
• This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work; all work is on-site and in person.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Company 401K plan with employer contribution match.
• Company paid time off.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Choice of medical coverage including prescription and short-term disability plans.
• Choice of dental and vision coverage.
• Optional long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet coverage.
• Auto and home insurance discount programs.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.