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Program Coordinator HVAC

Part-time

Porter and Chester Institute

Worcester, MAPart-time$75–86K/yrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$75–86K/yr
Location
Worcester, MA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Oil Burner Certificate Or Refrigeration License

Job overview

Porter and Chester Institute is hiring a Program Coordinator HVAC. Porter and Chester Institute seeks an experienced HVAC professional to serve as Program Coordinator in Worcester, MA. The role blends technical HVAC expertise with leadership and education, overseeing classroom instruction, mentoring faculty, managing program operations, and preparing students for licensing, certification, and employment. The coordinator will drive curriculum quality, safety practices, and continuous improvement to shape the next generation of HVAC professionals.

Key focus areas include Teach HVAC courses and provide hands-on training in classroom and lab settings (minimum 20 teaching hours per week), Mentor, support, and develop instructors to ensure high-quality instructional delivery, and Monitor student progress and provide guidance to help students achieve academic and career goals.

Successful candidates bring Oil Burner Certificate Or Refrigeration License and 3 Years Recent Licensed HVAC Technician Experience. Important skills include HVAC Systems, Troubleshooting, Installation, Maintenance, Industry Standards, and Coaching. Preferred (not required): Leadership, Developing People, Sharing Knowledge, and Inspire Others.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC SystemsTroubleshootingInstallationMaintenanceIndustry StandardsLeadershipCoachingCommunicationOrganizationProblem-SolvingMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordPowerPointOutlookDeveloping PeopleSharing KnowledgeInspire OthersInstructional Quality OversightFaculty Development SupportTeaching HVAC CoursesHands-on TrainingInstructional DeliveryMonitoring Student ProgressGuidance ProvisionAdapting Instructional ApproachesProgram Operations ManagementSchedulingInventory ManagementEquipment ManagementClassroom Resources ManagementSafety PracticesIndustry Best PracticesPreparing Students for LicensingPreparing Students for CertificationPreparing Students for EmploymentContinuous Improvement InitiativesProfessional Development ActivitiesWorkforce DevelopmentStudent SuccessHVAC Systems KnowledgeLead Faculty and StudentsMentor Faculty and StudentsSupport Faculty and StudentsHelping Others SucceedTechnical ExpertisePassion for EducationLead by ExampleReal-World Industry ExperienceFaculty DevelopmentMentoring InstructorsGuidanceReal-World HVAC KnowledgeProfessional DevelopmentDeveloping Training ProgramsMentoring EmployeesLeading TeamsPassion for Workforce DevelopmentPassion for Student Success

Qualifications

Oil Burner Certificate or Refrigeration License3 Years Recent Licensed HVAC Technician Experience3 Years Classroom Teaching Experience at Post-Secondary Level3 Years Leadership, Supervisory, or Management Experience

Full job description

Full time

Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester, MA, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,500.00 Annually

$2000 Sign-on bonus

HVAC Program Coordinator – Lead the Next Generation of HVAC Professionals

Are you an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys developing people, sharing knowledge, and helping others succeed?

This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, leadership skills, and passion for education in a role that directly impacts students, faculty, and the future workforce. As an HVAC Program Coordinator, you'll lead both classroom instruction and program operations while mentoring instructors and helping students build the skills needed for successful careers in the HVAC industry.

We're looking for HVAC professionals who can lead by example, inspire others, and bring real-world industry experience into an educational environment.

What You'll Be Doing

As an HVAC Program Coordinator, you'll oversee instructional quality, support faculty development, and help ensure students receive the training and guidance necessary to succeed in the field.

You will:

  • Teach HVAC courses and provide hands-on training in classroom and lab settings (minimum 20 teaching hours per week)

  • Mentor, support, and develop instructors to ensure high-quality instructional delivery

  • Monitor student progress and provide guidance to help students achieve academic and career goals

  • Adapt instructional approaches to meet the needs of students with varying experience and skill levels

  • Manage program operations including scheduling, inventory, equipment, and classroom resources

  • Collaborate with faculty and administration to maintain curriculum quality and student outcomes

  • Share real-world HVAC knowledge, safety practices, troubleshooting techniques, and industry best practices

  • Help prepare students for licensing, certification, and employment opportunities

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and professional development activities

Minimum Requirements

  • Oil Burner Certificate or Refrigeration License (or willing to obtain in 90 days)

  • Minimum 3 years of recent experience as a licensed HVAC Technician or similar role (apprenticeship experience not included)

  • Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and industry standards

  • Ability to lead, mentor, and support faculty and students

  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3 years of classroom teaching experience at the post-secondary level, not required.

  • 3 years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience

  • Experience developing training programs, mentoring employees, or leading teams

  • Passion for workforce development and student success

Why This Role?

  • Combine teaching, leadership, and technical expertise in one rewarding position

  • Help shape the next generation of HVAC professionals

  • Lead a program that directly impacts student career success

  • Work in a stable, professional environment focused on education and workforce development

  • Continue building your HVAC career while expanding your leadership and management experience

If you're ready to take the next step in your HVAC career and make a lasting impact on students, instructors, and the industry, we'd love to hear from you.

About our company:

Porter and Chester Institute, a trade school in Connecticut and Massachusetts for 75 years, adheres to one basic vision: to educate and train our students to the level that will make them competent employees. With 9 campus locations throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts, we offer training in such trades as Automotive Technology, HVAC-R, CAD, Electrician, Plumbing, as well as Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, Practical Nursing and Computer & Technology.

Our support staff, including Admissions, Financial Aid and other administrative professionals, to our qualified Instructors are focused on making the students' experience a fulfilling and enriching one, both professionally and personally.

Click here for more company information: https://porterchester.edu/about-pci

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm and Fri 8am-4pm

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