HVAC Technical Trainer

HVAC Technical Trainer

Location: Lawrenceville, GA Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 annually Employment Type: Full-Time About Us: TE Certified is a growing residential home service company dedicated to developing the next generation of skilled HVAC professionals. Our success is built on serving others, maintaining high standards, investing in people, and creating opportunities for long-term career growth. We are seeking an experienced HVAC Technical Trainer who is passionate about the trades and committed to developing technicians through classroom instruction, hands-on lab training, and mentorship in the field. This individual will play a key role in building and leading our HVAC training program while helping create the future workforce of our company. This position will be based in our Lawrenceville, GA.

The HVAC Technical Trainer will be responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving HVAC training programs for technicians at various stages of their careers. This role combines classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory training, curriculum development, mentorship, and leadership development. The ideal candidate is a highly experienced HVAC professional with a passion for teaching, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to helping others succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Instruction

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on HVAC training programs.
• Teach technical HVAC concepts to learners with varying experience levels and learning styles.
• Evaluate trainee knowledge, skills, and progression through structured assessments.
• Provide coaching and development opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.
• Serve as a mentor and role model for technicians throughout their career development.
• Reinforce industry best practices, building codes, safety standards, and company workmanship expectations.
• Support field training initiatives and bridge classroom learning with real-world application.
• Support and participate in other duties as assigned.

Curriculum Development

• Create and maintain HVAC training materials, lesson plans, presentations, and assessments.
• Develop custom learning content to address company-specific processes and technical needs.
• Continuously improve training effectiveness through feedback and performance tracking.
• Adapt training programs to support technicians at all levels of experience.

Training Lab Management

• Plan and organize weekly lab activities, projects, materials, and equipment needs.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and productive learning environment.
• Track hands-on skill assessments and ensure technicians continue progressing through training milestones.
• Build and improve training stations, demonstration props, and learning environments to expand training capacity.

Leadership & Development

• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with leadership to identify training needs across the organization.
• Maintain accurate records of trainee progress and development plans.
• Continue personal growth through leadership, professional, and technical development opportunities.

Benefits

• Top Compensation in Atlanta – We've done the research.
• Medical Insurance Provided
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future.
• Paid Gym Membership – You choose the gym.
• Company-Sponsored Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Company Credit Card
• Company-Supplied Uniforms
• Paid Boot Allowance – Every 365 days.
• Leadership & Professional Development Training
• iPad & Paperless Operations

Requirements

Qualifications

• EPA Certification.
• Current Mechanical License.
• Extensive HVAC industry experience (typically 20+ years preferred or equivalent level of expertise).
• Experience across multiple HVAC disciplines, equipment generations, and installation/service applications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively teach and mentor others.
• Strong organizational and project planning skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in classroom, lab, and field environments.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass background screening.

Preferred

• Prior classroom teaching, training, coaching, or instructor experience.
• Experience developing training programs and lesson plans.
• Nexstar training experience and the ability to effectively apply classroom concepts in technical instruction.
• Experience leading teams, departments, or field operations.

Note: Outstanding HVAC professionals with strong leadership qualities and a passion for developing others will be considered even if they have limited formal training experience.

What We're Looking For Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Exceptional character and integrity.
• A genuine desire to serve others.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Dependability and accountability.
• A positive, team-first attitude.
• Patience and adaptability when working with different learning and personality styles.
• Professionalism and classroom presence.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to completing projects.
• Long-term career stability.
• Passion for the skilled trades and technician development.

Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to build and shape the future of HVAC training within a growing residential service organization. You'll have the opportunity to influence technician development, create meaningful career paths, and leave a lasting impact on the next generation of trade professionals.