Entry Level HVAC Instructor Jobs
New grad hvac instructor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education and Hospitality & Tourism, with employers like Denver Public Schools, Virginia Community College System, and Pennco Tech hiring at this level now.
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HVAC&R Instructor – Night Position
Job description
Ready to turn your HVAC&R skills into something bigger? Pennco Tech is looking for HVAC&R professionals who want to teach, inspire, and lead the next generation of techs. No teaching background? No worries — Bring your field knowledge and experience and we’ll help you make the jump. Let’s shape the future of HVAC&R technicians together!
About the Role:
As an HVAC&R Instructor, you'll be responsible for delivering engaging, industry-relevant instruction in hvac fundamentals, commercial refrigeration, heating and air conditioning. You’ll guide students through practical and theoretical components, preparing them for successful careers in the HVAC&R field.
Key Responsibilities for HVAC&R Instructors
· Deliver Hands-On Instruction: Teach practical hands-on skills in the HVAC&R industry using the Pennco Tech HVAC/R shop/lab facilities to ensure students gain real-world experience and skills to bring to the work force.
· Teach Accredited Curriculum: Instruct students using the Pennco Tech accredited day to day curriculum, ensuring comprehensive understanding of HVAC/R topics
· Promote Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Emphasize the importance of workplace safety and adherence to industry standards and regulations, preparing students for real world application
· Encourage Student Development: Inspire students to maintain professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
· Assess and Provide Feedback: Monitor student progress through evaluations and offer constructive feedback to support their academic and professional growth and provide tutoring
· Administrative- Start and end class on time, adhere to exam schedule, accurately maintain attendance, and grades.
· Prepare for Career Readiness: Equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a successful and rewarding career in the HVAC/R industry.
Position Requirements:
· 2+ years’ practical work experience in any of the following HVAC&R areas
§ Commercial Refrigerating, Air Conditioning, and Heat
· High School Diploma/GED
· Great Communication Skills
· Proficient in technology
· Teaching experience, a plus but NOT necessary
Why Pennco Tech could be the perfect fit for you
· 401K
Schedule and Location:
· Night shift
· Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
· In person, on campus
Our History
Pennco Tech, founded in 1973, is a family-owned and operated career training school accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). For over 50 years, Pennco Tech has been training future generations of HVAC, Plumbing, Automotive, Diesel, Welding, Collision Repair, and Electrical technicians, as well as Medical Assistants.
How to inquire about current and future employment opportunities
Pennco Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Opportunity: · Website: https://www.penncotech.edu/careers/ · Email: penncojobs@penncotech.edu
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
Ability to Commute:
- Blackwood, NJ 08012 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Blackwood, NJ 08012: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
HVAC&R Instructor – Night Position
Job description
Ready to turn your HVAC&R skills into something bigger? Pennco Tech is looking for HVAC&R professionals who want to teach, inspire, and lead the next generation of techs. No teaching background? No worries — Bring your field knowledge and experience and we’ll help you make the jump. Let’s shape the future of HVAC&R technicians together!
About the Role:
As an HVAC&R Instructor, you'll be responsible for delivering engaging, industry-relevant instruction in hvac fundamentals, commercial refrigeration, heating and air conditioning. You’ll guide students through practical and theoretical components, preparing them for successful careers in the HVAC&R field.
Key Responsibilities for HVAC&R Instructors
· Deliver Hands-On Instruction: Teach practical hands-on skills in the HVAC&R industry using the Pennco Tech HVAC/R shop/lab facilities to ensure students gain real-world experience and skills to bring to the work force.
· Teach Accredited Curriculum: Instruct students using the Pennco Tech accredited day to day curriculum, ensuring comprehensive understanding of HVAC/R topics
· Promote Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Emphasize the importance of workplace safety and adherence to industry standards and regulations, preparing students for real world application
· Encourage Student Development: Inspire students to maintain professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
· Assess and Provide Feedback: Monitor student progress through evaluations and offer constructive feedback to support their academic and professional growth and provide tutoring
· Administrative- Start and end class on time, adhere to exam schedule, accurately maintain attendance, and grades.
· Prepare for Career Readiness: Equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a successful and rewarding career in the HVAC/R industry.
Position Requirements:
· 2+ years’ practical work experience in any of the following HVAC&R areas
§ Commercial Refrigerating, Air Conditioning, and Heat
· High School Diploma/GED
· Great Communication Skills
· Proficient in technology
· Teaching experience, a plus but NOT necessary
Why Pennco Tech could be the perfect fit for you
· 401K
Schedule and Location:
· Night shift
· Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
· In person, on campus
Our History
Pennco Tech, founded in 1973, is a family-owned and operated career training school accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). For over 50 years, Pennco Tech has been training future generations of HVAC, Plumbing, Automotive, Diesel, Welding, Collision Repair, and Electrical technicians, as well as Medical Assistants.
How to inquire about current and future employment opportunities
Pennco Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Opportunity: · Website: https://www.penncotech.edu/careers/ · Email: penncojobs@penncotech.edu
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
Ability to Commute:
- Blackwood, NJ 08012 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Blackwood, NJ 08012: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Denver Public Schools2
- Virginia Community College System2
- Pennco Tech1
- Lincoln Tech1
- Ancora Education1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education4
- Hospitality & Tourism1
Entry Level HVAC Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hvac instructor job?
Start by combining any hands-on HVAC field experience with a recognized industry credential such as an EPA 608 certification or NATE certification, since most entry level instructor postings treat these as strong differentiators. Highlighting any training, mentoring, or demonstration work you have done, even informally on a job site or during an apprenticeship, shows employers you can teach the trade. A focused resume that ties your technical skills to instructional ability will move you to the top of the pile at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level hvac instructors?
Companies hiring entry level hvac instructors right now include Denver Public Schools, Virginia Community College System, and Pennco Tech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from vocational schools, community colleges, trade unions, and HVAC training centers that are expanding their programs and are open to candidates who bring recent field experience rather than years in the classroom.
Are there remote entry level hvac instructor jobs?
Yes, though most hvac instructor work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level hvac instructor openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those roles typically focus on curriculum development, online theory modules, or virtual classroom instruction rather than lab or equipment training. Candidates comfortable with digital learning platforms have a real edge when applying for those remote openings.
Are these new grad hvac instructor jobs?
Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad and junior positions that welcome recent graduates and candidates with limited classroom experience. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it accepts zero to two years of experience, counts an apprenticeship or internship toward the requirement, or asks for a portfolio of training materials rather than a long teaching history. If you are a recent graduate of an HVAC program or a trade professional making your first move into instruction, these listings are aimed at you.
Which industries hire the most entry level hvac instructors?
Entry Level hvac instructor roles concentrate in Education and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because expanding workforce development programs, growing apprenticeship pipelines, and increasing demand for certified technicians are pushing training organizations to bring on instructors who have recent, hands-on field knowledge even if they are new to teaching.