Gateway Technical College
Adjunct Instructor, HVAC
Prepare students for careers in HVAC by sharing your technical knowledge, hands-on industry experience and commitment to safe, high-quality work.
Compensation
$45 - $51/hr
Location
District-wide in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth Counties, Wisconsin
Employment Type
Adjunct part-time; temporary assignments on a course-by-course basis
Schedule
Flexible availability is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend students. Hours vary by course and student enrollment.
Course Delivery
Traditional face-to-face instruction in classroom and laboratory environments unless otherwise indicated
Application Deadline
Open until filled
Make an Impact Through HVAC Education
This posting will create a pool of qualified applicants who may be considered, as needed, for temporary adjunct teaching assignments. This is not a full-time position. Adjunct instructors provide student-centered instruction, advising and support on a course-by-course basis.
Position Overview
Gateway Technical College invites applicants who are committed to higher education and to preparing students for successful careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration.
Adjunct faculty are temporary, part-time instructors hired to provide instruction, student advising and student support. Courses are assigned based on departmental needs and are subject to student enrollment.
Unless otherwise indicated, courses are delivered in a traditional face-to-face format in classroom and laboratory environments. This instructor reports to the Associate Dean, Manufacturing Engineering Information Technology & Business Workforce Solutions.
What You Will Do
Plan and Deliver Instruction
- Plan and teach HVAC courses that fulfill current curriculum goals and objectives.
- Prepare a course syllabus that includes course requirements, attendance expectations and grading criteria.
- Provide hands-on instruction in HVAC system installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair.
- Remain current in HVAC and refrigeration practices, equipment, technology and industry standards.
- Use appropriate assessment techniques to measure student progress toward course and program objectives.
Support Student Success
- Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Identify students who need additional instruction to successfully complete course objectives.
- Provide additional instruction and academic support to students as needed.
- Promote safe and professional work practices in classroom and laboratory settings.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student matters.
Contribute to the College Community
- Participate in college, campus and department evaluation processes.
- Attend adjunct faculty meetings as scheduled.
- Collaborate constructively with faculty and staff.
- Promote the HVAC program and the education and training it provides.
- Participate in efforts to recruit and retain students and market Gateway.
- Comply with college policies, procedures and department guidelines.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
What You Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree Pathway
Bachelor’s degree in Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration, or a closely related field, and at least two years of related occupational experience.
Option 2: Associate Degree Pathway
Associate degree in HVAC or a related field and at least four years, or 8,000 hours, of related occupational experience in HVAC.
Option 3: Journey-Level Pathway
Active journey-level status in HVAC and at least two years, or 4,000 hours, of related occupational experience in HVAC.
Option 4: Occupational Experience Pathway
At least seven years, or 14,000 hours, of related occupational experience in HVAC.
Recent Occupational or Teaching Experience
Candidates using the bachelor’s degree pathway must have at least one year of related occupational experience within the last five years. Alternatively, candidates may qualify with at least one year of related occupational experience and two years of postsecondary teaching experience in the occupational field within the last five years.
Relevant Occupational Experience
Relevant occupational experience should include knowledge and hands-on experience in areas such as:
- Installing heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems according to design specifications.
- Testing HVAC and refrigeration systems.
- Completing heat-load analysis and system cost calculations.
- Troubleshooting and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems.
- Following appropriate workplace, equipment and environmental safety procedures.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Current knowledge of HVAC installation, testing, maintenance and repair practices.
- Ability to demonstrate technical skills and explain HVAC concepts clearly.
- Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience.
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- A flexible schedule to accommodate day, evening and weekend students.
Position Details
Division
School of Manufacturing Engineering Information Technology & Business Workforce Solutions
Reports To
Associate Dean, Manufacturing Engineering Information Technology & Business Workforce Solutions
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Anticipated Start Date
As soon as possible, based on departmental need
Conditions of Employment
- Employment is contingent upon an acceptable background check.
- Candidates must meet employment eligibility requirements for the United States.
- Participation in competency-based professional development through the Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) is required.
- Flexibility is required to accommodate day, evening and weekend students.
- Annual attendance at Gateway Technical College Adjunct Faculty In-Service is required.
- Gateway Technical College does not provide relocation assistance.
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gateway is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected status. Our full equal opportunity statement can be viewed at Gateway Technical College’s Equal Employment Opportunity webpage. We encourage and welcome all applicants to apply.
If you have a disability and need accommodation during the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at compliance@gtc.edu or 262-564-3062.
Campus Safety
Your safety while employed at Gateway Technical College is one of our top priorities. We encourage you to review Gateway’s Annual Security Report before beginning classes. This report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Violence Against Women Act. It includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security and safety, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, incident reporting, sexual misconduct and other important matters. To request a hard copy, email clery@gtc.edu or call 262-564-2538.