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Full-Time, Tenure Track HVAC Faculty

Richland Community College

USD 44,738-95,241 / year

Posted on May 19, 2026

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Full-Time, Tenure Track HVAC Faculty

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Richland Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Erin Spanberger, Title IX Coordinator and Kim Dial as Deputy Title IX Coordinator titleix@richland.edu
For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1.800.421.3481.

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Position Title	Full-Time, Tenure Track HVAC Faculty
Job Category	Full-Time Faculty
Division	Applied Science and Technology
Department	Main Campus
Job Description	Richland Community College is seeking applicants for the Full-Time HVAC Technology Instructor (Tenure-Track) position. The tenure-track faculty member is responsible for planning, preparing, implementing, teaching, and evaluating classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of HVAC Technology. The successful candidate will use a learner-centered approach to teaching that incorporates active learning strategies and techniques to enhance student learning. The position will require updating curriculum to reflect changing technologies in the industry and in education. Participates in course development, implementation, and evaluation consistent with the program’s philosophy, objectives, and conceptual framework by: · Formulating course goals and objectives for each class and lab (if applicable) · Organizing and recommending course content · Recommending teaching methods · Recommending textbook and other teaching materials · Planning classroom and lab (if applicable) assignments · Creating examinations · Conducting classroom instruction using other methods of instruction, in addition to lecture · Providing feedback to students regarding their performance within a reasonable period of time. Participates in curriculum development and evaluation including planning, implementation, and evaluation of a course or learning level. Provides current, organized instruction in classroom and other teaching environments (if applicable) utilizing sound, comprehensive principles. Supervises and evaluates student learning in the classroom and other teaching environments (as applicable). Cooperates and collaborates with other college Divisions to meet students’ learning needs and objectives. Provides a climate that is conducive for learning for students. Participates in College, Division, program, and course assessment activities for programs, courses, and institutional initiatives, including the recommendations of goals, methods, and quality indicators. Participates in Division meetings.
Required Qualifications	Associate’s degree in HVAC/R Technology or closely related field and one (1) year of industry experience; OR Five (5) years of recent experience in the HVAC/R field. EPA Section 608 Certification required (or must obtain within a specified timeframe). Recent experience in residential and commercial HVAC/R systems Knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and troubleshooting techniques Experience with refrigeration systems and EPA compliance standards Familiarity with building automation systems and energy management systems
Preferred Qualifications	Industry certifications (e.g., NATE, HVAC Excellence, or similar). Teaching or training experience in HVAC or related technical field. Experience teaching in lab-based, online, or hybrid environments Experience with curriculum development and outcomes assessment Experience using learning management systems such as Canvas Ability to integrate multimedia and hands-on instructional technologies Experience working with diverse student populations in a community college setting
Physical Demands	Operates standard office equipment such as phone and computer on a frequent basis. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products. Receives, processes, and provides visual and verbal information, including electronic communications. Is available for occasional irregular hours and travel. Must be able to work effectively in stressful situations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Salary	Salary range: $44,738-$95,241 per year

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	F108P
Number of Vacancies	1
Job Open Date	05/18/2026
Job Close Date	06/08/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
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