Adjunct Instructor, HVAC

Job Details

Job Location:

KALISPELL, MT 59901

Position Type:
Part Time

Education Level: Education/Work Experience

Job Category:
Adjunct Faculty

Department:
Trades Institute

STATUS:
This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course-by-course contract basis and may include teaching up to two classes per semester.

PAY RANGE:
Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.

FLSA:
Exempt

CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled

The Adjunct is responsible for teaching courses in the HVAC apprentice program. Courses may include alternative delivery methods; day, evening, or weekend times. This position will teach classes that may include: HVAC Fundamentals and HVAC Electrical. Start date is January 2026.

• Provides career-oriented instruction and support to students to assist them in the development and/or improvement of HVAC systems and skills
• Provides quality instruction by using effective lesson plan development and strategies
• Fosters positive student and community relations
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements
• Integrates subject area with other related curricula
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies
• Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process
• Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment
• Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Reports to Director of Trades Institute

• Three years of experience in the occupation to be taught, OR
• An equivalent number of years of postsecondary education in the career/technical discipline, combined with work experience in the career/technical discipline

• Academic (AAS or certification) or professional credentials in HVAC.
• Five years of professional industry work experience in HVAC
• Experience teaching in higher education or at a secondary level

• Ability to effectively and safely teach content and technical material
• Effective organizational and leadership skills;
• Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and students
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
• Ability to follow and issue instructions
• Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

FVCC is an equal opportunity employer.

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