26-27 HVAC Instructor - Nichols Career Center

INSTRUCTOR, HEATING VENTILATION AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) – NICHOLS CAREER CENTER

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  The purpose of the CTE Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Instructor is to provide students with instruction  and  training  in  the  understanding  of  mechanical  and  electrical systems,  and  become  familiar  with  the  tools  and  equipment associated with HVAC as well as to prepare students  for entry-level employment in  the HVAC industry.   Course  covers  theory  of  refrigeration  evacuation  and  charging  methods;  tools,  materials,  and  equipment;  components; electric circuits and controls; installation of HVAC systems; electrical motors; schematic wiring diagrams  and  HVAC  blueprints;  heating,  ventilation,  and  heat  pumps;  and  diagnosis  of  HVAC  problems  using  meters.  May  require job  development  and  placement  of  students  in  the  local business  communities  for worksite  training. 

CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid Initial or Temporary Missouri CTE  Teaching  Credential  for  the  subject  to  be  taught  is  required.    

NOTE: A Temporary CTE Teacher Certification can be obtained while performing the duties of the position with proof of appropriate occupationally related experience. Appropriate CTE instructor coursework must be taken in conjunction with earning a temporary CTE certification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

EXPERIENCE:  Three (3) years of work experience in the trade to be taught are preferred, however, up to two (2) years of the preferred experience may be substituted with related post high school education, apprenticeship program, or college preparation course work.  Knowledge of Missouri HVAC Code standards required.  

EDUCATION:  High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred.  

CERTIFICATES/ CREDENTIALS/LICENSES:   

• Valid Missouri Driver's License   
• HVAC Certified Technician 
• Universal EPA (608) License and other industry certifications such as NATE is desirable. 

REPORTS TO: Nichols Career Center Administration  

FUNCTIONS:   

• To utilize a variety of effective and professional teaching techniques and methods which will assist students  in attaining the performance objectives of the course.
• Assist in preparing students for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate training site for student instruction, including a statement of the student performance objectives to be achieved while at the training site
• Provide immediate supervision to all students while they are at the training site
• Accurately and punctually submit all forms and information needed for attendance, accounting, and  grade reporting   
• Attend staff meetings and other such meetings
• Provide effective and cooperative liaison activities between CTE, school districts, businesses, industry,  union, apprenticeship programs and the general community, and perform other duties as assigned
• Performs job assignments safely for the purpose of protecting people and property
• Transport students to and from school sponsored activities and events using district owned vehicles, as needed.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and well-disciplined learning environment as to ensure an environment conducive to  learning 
• Keep abreast of current practices and training methods in the area of heating ventilation and air conditioning 
• Teach and demonstrate competency in Missouri HVAC Code Regulations.
• Provide instruction that is relevant to current and future work specifications and job opportunities within the  occupational area.   
• Align instruction to facilitate articulation to post-secondary institutions 
• Performs job assignment safely for the purpose of protecting people and property
• Performs other related duties as assigned 

SKILLS:

Appropriate to the HVAC industry are required to perform multiple technical tasks. Specific skills necessary to  satisfactorily  perform  the  functions  of  the  job  include: Successful  instruction  of  students  in  assigned  areas  of CTE training and career development; effective planning, developing, and implementation of programs related  to  the  assignment;  effective  communication  skills  including  written  and  oral;  interpret  written  procedures,  write  routine documents, speak clearly; and understand multiple-step instructions.     

KNOWLEDGE:

Of HVAC and construction  techniques and practices are required, including HVAC industry standards;  including but not limited to knowledge required to perform basic math including calculation of fractions, percents  and/or ratios; mechanical and electrical systems,  tools, materials, and equipment associated with HVAC;  theory of  refrigeration evacuation and charging methods; HVAC components; electric circuits and controls; policies, procedures,  and regulations regarding health and safety in the workplace, including employers’ and employees’ responsibilities;  critical elements of health and  safety  practices  related  to  storing, cleaning, and maintaining  tools, equipment and  supplies, procedures for and regulations concerning the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials; impact  of technological developments on the environment. Major local, district, state, and Federal regulatory agencies and  entities that affect the industry and how laws and regulations are enforced.  

ABILITY: 

Teach the installation of HVAC systems; electrical motors, heating, ventilation, and heat pumps; schematic  diagnosis  of  HVAC  problems  using  meters.  reading  of  HVAC  blueprints  and  wiring  diagrams;  HVAC  processes  and  systems and the ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations, schedule activities; gather, collate, and/or  classify  data;  use  basic  job-related  equipment;  establish  and  maintain  cooperative  and  professional  working  relationships with staff, the public, and other agency personnel; and perform job safely. 

RESPONSIBILITIES include working under standardized instructions and/or routines focusing primarily on results;  leading,  guiding  and/or  coordinating  other  persons;  and  operating  within  a  defined  budget  and/or  financial  guidelines.  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:  

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions requires the following physical demands:  Hearing  and speaking to exchange information and make presentations; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer  keyboard and basic job- related equipment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; seeing to conduct inspection of data  or  product;  lifting,  carrying,  pushing  and/or  pulling;  and  climbing,  balancing,  stooping,  kneeling,  and  crouching.  Generally the job requires 30 percent sitting, 20 percent walking, and 50 percent standing. The job is performed under  a  range  of  temperature  variations  including  outdoor  work,  a  generally  hazard-free  environment,  and  in  a  clean  atmosphere. 

Contact Information:
Human Resources
315 E Dunklin Street
Jefferson City MO 65101

573-659-3013

OR 

Cody Bashore, Director Nichols Career Center

650 Union St.

Jefferson City, MO 65101

573-659-3100

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of referral and applicants for employment, and all professional organizations that have entered into agreements with the district are hereby notified that the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.