H-1B Visa HVAC Instructor Jobs
HVAC Instructor roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as HVAC technology, mechanical engineering, or vocational education. Community colleges, trade schools, and technical institutes are among the most active sponsors. The H-1B cap applies, so timing your job search around the April lottery registration window matters.
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JOB DETAILS
Job Title: HVAC Instructor
Schedule: Full-time
Hours: Mon-Thurs 7:30am-4pm or 2pm-10:30pm and Fri 7:30am-4pm
Salary: $65,400-$75,000 per year
Location: In-person, Brockton, MA
ABOUT THE JOB
For HVAC Trainers, light duty work. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dexter Dionio. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
A BIT ABOUT US
Join the number #1 trade school in Massachusetts for over 75 years, adhering to one basic vision: to educate and train our students to the level that will make them competent employees. We are hiring an HVAC Trainer/Instructor to join our talent community.
WHY JOIN US?
Our academic support staff and experienced faculty members focused on making the students' experience a fulfilling and enriching one, both professionally and personally.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
- Continuing education opportunities through attendance at education, conferences, and workshops to further enhance practice as HVAC Instructor
- Participate in specialty organization membership affiliations
- Maintain current licenses and certifications
- Becoming a mentor to help guide students of all levels to achieve their best
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- 2-3 Weeks' Vacation
- Generous Time Off
- Paid Time Off and 9 Holidays
- Growth Opportunities and Career Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Employees
- Employee/Family Scholarship
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The HVAC Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to students through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of the academic success of all students. The HVAC Instructor will have a hand in:
- Have a high energy level and ability to engage students
- Have excellent presentation skills
- Learn our practice and strategies quickly
- Receive and respond to ongoing training, development, and feedback
- Mentor and help guide students of all levels to achieve their best
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma/GED
- S1 or S2 licensing required (or B2 AND D2)
- 3 years of work experience in the HVAC field as an HVAC technician
- Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, "APPLY NOW"
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INTRODUCTION
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JOB DETAILS
Job Title: HVAC Instructor
Schedule: Full-time
Hours: Mon-Thurs 7:30am-4pm or 2pm-10:30pm and Fri 7:30am-4pm
Salary: $65,400-$75,000 per year
Location: In-person, Brockton, MA
ABOUT THE JOB
For HVAC Trainers, light duty work. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dexter Dionio. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
A BIT ABOUT US
Join the number #1 trade school in Massachusetts for over 75 years, adhering to one basic vision: to educate and train our students to the level that will make them competent employees. We are hiring an HVAC Trainer/Instructor to join our talent community.
WHY JOIN US?
Our academic support staff and experienced faculty members focused on making the students' experience a fulfilling and enriching one, both professionally and personally.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
- Continuing education opportunities through attendance at education, conferences, and workshops to further enhance practice as HVAC Instructor
- Participate in specialty organization membership affiliations
- Maintain current licenses and certifications
- Becoming a mentor to help guide students of all levels to achieve their best
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- 2-3 Weeks' Vacation
- Generous Time Off
- Paid Time Off and 9 Holidays
- Growth Opportunities and Career Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement for Employees
- Employee/Family Scholarship
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The HVAC Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to students through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of the academic success of all students. The HVAC Instructor will have a hand in:
- Have a high energy level and ability to engage students
- Have excellent presentation skills
- Learn our practice and strategies quickly
- Receive and respond to ongoing training, development, and feedback
- Mentor and help guide students of all levels to achieve their best
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma/GED
- S1 or S2 licensing required (or B2 AND D2)
- 3 years of work experience in the HVAC field as an HVAC technician
- Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, "APPLY NOW"
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in HVAC Instructor
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to HVAC instruction, not just general education. A degree in mechanical engineering technology or HVAC systems carries more weight than a general education degree paired with trade certifications alone.
Target community colleges and technical institutes first
Public community colleges and vocational schools sponsor H-1B workers as cap-exempt institutions if they qualify as nonprofit educational institutions. That means you can file any time of year and skip the lottery entirely.
Search H-1B filing history with Migrate Mate
Filter employers by DOL Labor Condition Application data on Migrate Mate to see which technical colleges and trade schools have sponsored HVAC or vocational education roles. This surfaces active sponsors before you apply, not after.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation status
The O*NET profile for HVAC Instructors under the postsecondary teachers category supports the specialty occupation argument by listing degree-level knowledge requirements. Include this in your petition package to preempt a Request for Evidence on qualification.
Confirm the employer's LCA wage level before accepting an offer
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to verify the offered wage meets the prevailing wage level for your area.
Time your cap-subject applications around USCIS registration
For-profit employers must enter the H-1B lottery, which opens each March for an October 1 start date. If you're targeting a for-profit trade school or corporate training center, have your employer ready to register in February so nothing delays the window.
H-1B Visa HVAC Instructor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HVAC Instructor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the job posting and internal job description require at least a bachelor's degree in HVAC technology, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field, the role likely meets the specialty occupation standard. Roles that accept any degree or treat the bachelor's as a preference rather than a requirement are harder to defend. The O*NET postsecondary instructors profile supports the degree requirement argument when structured correctly.
Are community colleges and trade schools cap-exempt for H-1B sponsorship?
Public community colleges and nonprofit educational institutions that qualify under the Higher Education Act are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the lottery. Private for-profit trade schools do not share this exemption and must compete in the annual cap. Before targeting an employer, confirm their tax and nonprofit status, since this determines whether you face the lottery or can start on any date.
How do I find HVAC Instructor employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lets you filter jobs by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can see which technical colleges and vocational training centers have sponsored H-1B workers in HVAC or related instructional roles. This is more reliable than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship availability only after an offer, since LCA filings are public record and reflect actual sponsorship activity.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts showing your qualifying degree, a detailed curriculum vitae listing your HVAC industry experience and any teaching credentials, and any state-level instructor certifications relevant to your program area. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency is typically required. The employer also needs a certified LCA from DOL before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition, so confirm that step is underway early.
Can I start working as an HVAC Instructor while my H-1B petition is pending?
Not unless you're already in valid H-1B status with a qualifying employer and are using H-1B portability under AC21. If you're changing status from F-1 OPT or another visa, you cannot begin work until your H-1B is approved and the October 1 start date arrives for cap-subject cases. Cap-exempt employers at qualifying nonprofit schools can request an earlier start date, which is one reason targeting those institutions can shorten your timeline significantly.