HVACR Instructor FT

About The Job

Fortis Institute in Wayne NJ is seeking an experienced, highly motivated HVAC/R Technician to join its faculty. If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates.

Fortis provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high-demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our HVAC Program. This is a full-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director. The primary responsibility will be to teach HVAC/R courses. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the program director and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.

Qualifications

• Completion of an HVAC/R program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree is preferred
• Licensing/credentials:
• New Jersey Master HVACR License
• EPA Universal
• NATE desired but not required
• HVAC Excellence desired but not required
• At least 3 years of experience as a hands-on, journey or master-level experience in HVAC/R installation, repair and troubleshooting
• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience is desired but not required
• Diploma/Degree required (complete based on position as per accrediting and licensing agency standards)
• Certification in (complete based on position - or delete if general education position)
• At least three years of experience in the field of (complete based on position as per accrediting and licensing agency standards - or delete if general education position)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, motivated and results driven
• Prior teaching experience preferred