Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC) - Up to 3

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with thespirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful,natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas andjust an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning,and Refrigeration (HVAC) - Up to 3 positions to be filled

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Lecturer-Pool

Exempt

Commensurate with education and experience.

Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

Polytechnic College

Polytechnic College

07/30/2026

Mr. Oneil Fuller

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration ( HVAC ),Program Director

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Our Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC ) program prepares students for success in the skilled trades through practical training, hands-on learning, career-ready skills,and an industry-aligned curriculum. We are seeking an experiencedHVAC professional with a passion for developing the next generation of technicians to teach courses in our accelerated HVAC program.

Prepare students for immediate employment by delivering applied instruction focused on current industry practices, technical competencies, safety, and employer needs.

Teach courses in our HVAC program, helping students develop the knowledge and skills needed to install, maintain, troubleshoot, andrepair residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Courses may include Basic Electricity for HVAC, Advanced Electricity for HVAC, Refrigeration Principles, Residential Air Conditioning, Commercial Air Conditioning, Commercial Refrigeration, Advanced A/C Controls, Air Conditioning Troubleshooting, Residential A/C System Design, Gasand Electrical Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Codes,Technical Customer Service, and Practicum (or Field Experience) - HVAC /R Technology/Technician, depending on the selected candidate’s expertise and program needs.

This is a part-time position, ideal for working HVAC professionals who want to share their expertise and experience with future HVAC technicians.

Delivers engaging, applied instruction in HVAC courses. Developssyllabi, lesson plans, learning activities, and assessments aligned with program outcomes and industry standards. Provides constructive feedback and academic support to students. Maintains current knowledge of HVAC technologies, building codes, safety regulations,energy efficiency practices, refrigerants, and evolving industry trends. Collaborates with faculty and program leadership to continuously improve curriculum, instructional quality, and student success.

Associate degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning,Refrigeration, Building Construction Technology, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, extensive industry experience, and professional certifications may be considered.

Professional experience installing, servicing, maintaining, or managing residential and/or commercial HVAC systems. Previous teaching, training, apprenticeship instruction, or workforce development experience is preferred. Strong commitment to the mission of the SHSU Polytechnic College. Demonstrated knowledge ofHVAC installation, troubleshooting, electrical systems,refrigeration, heating and cooling equipment, controls, and applicable building codes and safety standards. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Experience with online learning platforms (e.g., Blackboard) is preferred.

Preferred qualifications include familiarity with, or willingness to adopt, best practices for online and hybrid teaching and learning, including the effective use of Blackboard. Demonstrated commitment to quality…