FULL TIME INSTRUCTOR, CONSTRUCTION TECH (HVAC/R)

Basic Functions

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 25, 2026

FAIR LABOR STANDARS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT

10-Month Tenure Track Position

COMPENSATION:
Initial salary placement ranges from $67,886 to $106,308, based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142,425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS- Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
District paid $50,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

Representative Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide instruction using various modalities to include in-person instruction, facilitate learning, and demonstrate subject matter knowledge and/or expertise in Construction Technology courses in accordance with approved Victor Valley College curriculum and established course outlines.

Collaborate with colleagues in program and curriculum development, evaluation/revision of courses, and participate in other departmental meetings and projects.

Serve on department/college committees.
Teach in person, on site, and/or by other modalities in accordance with the district collective bargaining agreement.

Advise students on academic matters.

Maintain required student attendance and scholastic records and submit in accordance with published deadlines.

Willingness to develop and/or teach online courses and participate in technical online training.

Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations.

Provide input and participate with local advisory committee.

Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy.

Demonstrate effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Maintain competency in the field.

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of students and colleagues.

Participate in assessment, evaluation, and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes, Program Review, Curriculum Development.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional experience, OR any associate degree and six (6) years of professional experience in Construction Technology OR the equivalent.

Submit your request for equivalency ONLY IF your education and/or experience are different, but equivalent, to the minimum qualifications stated in the job announcement. (For example: 15 or more years of professional trade experience at the journey-level or above). If you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources directly at (760) 245-4271, Ext. 2500.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification
Professional experience installing, maintaining, and servicing residential and commercial heating and air conditioning systems
Professional experience installing, maintaining, and servicing commercial refrigeration systems
Professional experience installing, maintaining, and servicing heat pump and/or mini-split systems
Professional experience installing, maintaining, and servicing Energy Management Systems
Professional experience providing technical support for HVAC/R installers, contractors, and/or service personnel
Professional HVAC/R teaching experience
C-20 or C-38 Contractors License

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:
Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities while maintaining engagement and accessibility
Knowledge of developing course syllabi
Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including, online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials, certifications, and regulatory standards current when applicable.

ABILITY TO:
Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
Demonstrated ability to remain current in one’s discipline through ongoing professional development, research, and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.
Proficiently braze HVAC system components
Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
Ability to work well with others
Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)

VISA

Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.

NEPOSTISM POLICY

Victor Valley College is committed to fair hiring practices. We prohibit the employment of relatives or domestic partners as defined by Family Code Section 297 et seq., in the same department in accordance with Board Policy 7310.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. Application materials may be accepted after this date, however, if a file is not complete by the First Review Date, the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All material included in the application packet become District property, will not be returned, and will not be copied.

All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College application. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.

Please note, communication throughout the recruiting and hiring process will typically be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application, please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at (760) 245-4271, extension 2500, or by email at jobs@vvc.edu.

You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at SchoolJobs with
your username and password.

A complete file consists of all of the following:
1. A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form.
2. A letter expressing interest in the position.
3. A Resume or CV
4. Additional certifications related to position (such as EPA 608, C-20, C-38, etc.)
5. Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited institution. Applicants with foreign transcripts must have transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency by one of the following agencies. Open the link below for a list of agencies that have been approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to provide evaluation of college or university coursework completed at an institution in a county other than the United States: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/commission-approved-foreign-transcript-evaluating-agencies. This evaluation must be completed and submitted prior to your application being included in the application pool. A copy of the evaluation must be attached to each application package. Please note there is a fee for the evaluation service.

You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at https://www.schooljobs.com with your username and password.

Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional, professional development opportunities that are meaningful, and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity, equity, and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class, race, color, national origin, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), ancestry, sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), age (over 40), marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, and genetic
information.

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