HVACR Industrial Trainer - Refrigerated Logistics & HVAC Systems

Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX
Job Type: Full-Time (Staff)
Job Number: 00514
Division: Workforce and Continuing Education
Department: Engineering Technology
Opening Date: 04/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Grade: Professional
Total hours required per week: 40
Minimum Requirements: HVAC certification or equivalent industry-recognized credentialMinimum of three (3) years of professional experience in HVAC, refrigeration, or related fieldDemonstrated experience working with mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems
Work Schedule: GenerallyMonday-Thursday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PMFriday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Nights and weekends as needed.Trainer schedules will vary and may be include teaching evening, weekend, online, hybrid, and/or dual enrollment courses at various campuses.This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.


Position Summary & Essential Duties


The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.

The Industrial Trainer - Refrigerated Logistics and HVAC Systems Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality classroom and hands-on instruction in refrigeration systems and HVAC technologies as applied to transportation and logistics environments. This position ensures that students acquire the technical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and safety competencies required to install, maintain, and repair refrigerated transport systems and related equipment.

Qualifications (Required and Preferred)

Minimum Qualifications
HVAC certification or equivalent industry-recognized credential
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in HVAC, refrigeration, or related field
Demonstrated experience working with mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems

Preferred Qualifications
Two-year Associate's degree
Experience with transport refrigeration systems (reefers)
Prior teaching, training, or instructional experience
Experience working with adult learners in workforce or technical training environments
Industry certifications (e.g., EPA Section 608 or equivalent)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Training Delivery

• Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in refrigeration systems, HVAC technologies, and transport refrigeration applications.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications and employment in refrigerated logistics and HVAC-related fields.
• Ensure safe operation and proper use of tools, equipment, and training systems.
• Maintain training schedules, lesson plans, and instructional materials.

Student Support & Success

• Provide individualized instruction and technical coaching to support student success.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback and remediation as needed.
• Support student retention and completion efforts.
• Reinforce workplace expectations, safety practices, and professionalism.

Program Collaboration

• Collaborate with program leadership and employer partners to align training with workforce and industry needs.
• Participate in curriculum development, updates, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support integration of HVAC and refrigerated logistics training within the Driving Forward program.
• Assist with recruitment and outreach activities as needed.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and institutional policies.
• Maintain accurate student records, training documentation, and certification tracking.

• Promote a safe learning environment consistent with industry standards.

Social Constructs Required of Position :

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands

Knowledge :

• Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in industrial and technical environments.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, HVAC technologies, and transport cooling systems.

Skills:

• Strong instructional and communication skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to deliver hands-on, technical training effectively.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Student competency and skill attainment.
• Student completion rates.
• Successful attainment of industry certifications (where applicable).
• Compliance with safety and instructional standards.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in classroom and lab/training environments.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, tools, and varying environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift tools and equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical demonstrations for extended periods.
• Ability to work in lab and industrial training environments.

WORK SCHEDULE:
Generally

Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Nights and weekends as needed.

Trainer schedules will vary and may be include teaching evening, weekend, online, hybrid, and/or dual enrollment courses at various campuses.

This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
TRS/ORP :

TRS

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

None

REPORTS TO:

Division Director or Vice President, Workforce Development

Special Instructions / Additional Information
This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding.
TEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITS
To enhance the employment opportunity you may be seeking, Temple College offers a competitive array of benefit options to select from, some of which are fully paid for by the college. Listed below is a summary of benefits currently offered for full-time employees. Part-time employees are eligible for specific benefits on a pro-rated basis.


MEDICAL AND OPTIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE BENEFIT OPTIONS


The Medical and optional insurance coverage benefit options listed below are offered through Temple College by the Employees Retirement System (ERS) of Texas. Please visit ERS at for further information.

• MEDICAL:
  Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
  • HealthSelect of Texas "Blue Cross Blue Shield" (PPO)
  • Consumer Directed HealthSelect "Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA)

Medical plans include prescription coverage. Employee medical coverage monthly premiums are fully paid for by the college and the college pays for one-half (1/2) of the cost of dependent care coverage monthly premiums.

• OPTIONAL BENEFITS:

Dental (PPO and HMO), Vision, Optional Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dependent Term Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Texa$aver (457 plan), TexFlex-Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement.

Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.
ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS

• ANNUAL LEAVE ACCRUALS:

Regular, full-time twelve (12) month faculty and staff accrue Annual Leave as follows:

• Years of Service : 0 through 5
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
• Years of Service: 6 through 10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
• Years of Service: 10 plus years
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144

Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.

• SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS:

Faculty and Administrative Staff: Accruals of 8 hours per month. Sick Leave may be accrued up to a limit of 1040 total hours. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months will receive accruals during the summer semester if they instruct during that time.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• HOLIDAYS: Recognized college holidays, in addition to Annual and Sick leave accruals, include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Good Friday, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
• PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
• RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.

All regular employees are mandated by the Texas State Legislature to enroll in either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) however, ORP participation is based upon position. All faculty members are eligible to participate in either TRS or ORP. A list of ORP providers is available.
Please visit TRS at for further information.

• Contribution:
  • Member: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 8.0% of annual salary
  • Employer: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 7.75% of member's annual salary
• Contribution:
  • Member: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.65 % of annual salary
  • Employer: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.6% of annual salary

Tax Sheltered Annuities (TSAs) also known as Tax Deferred Annuities (TDAs) are available to all employees who are eligible to participate in the TRS/ORP retirement program and who wish to participate in this program. This participation is voluntary and contributions are made from the employee's salary. A list of providers is available.

• MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.
• HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Regular Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Summer Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.