Adjunct Faculty - HVAC

Category: Faculty Subscribe: New Job Alerts RSS Job Feed Department: Business, Aviation and Construction Professions Locations: Fishkill, NY Posted: Sep 10, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Part-time Position ID: 204697 Share About Dutchess Community College: Located in the heart of New York's beautiful and historic mid-Hudson Valley, just 90 minutes north of New York City, Dutchess Community College (DCC) is one of 64 colleges within the State University of New York, the largest comprehensive public higher education system in the country. DCC's strategic direction is guided by four lenses through which we view our work: Students. Learning. Community.

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Job Description

The Department of Business, Aviation, and Construction Professions (BACP) at DCC invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). The department is searching for instructors to teach one or more of the following courses (Fall and Spring Semesters): HVA 101 - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 1 Lecture (3 contact hours/week) HVA 101 - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 1 Lab (6 contact hours/week) HVA 102 - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 2 Lecture (3 contact hours/week) HVA 102 - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 2 Lab (6 contact hours/week) HVA 103 - Ventilation & Air Distribution Lecture (3 contact hours/week) HVA 103 - Ventilation & Air Distribution Lab (3 contact hours/week) HVA 104 - Theory of Heating Lecture (3 contact hours/week) HVA 104 - Theory of Heating Lab (3 contact hours/week) HVA 201 - HVAC Controls Lecture (3 contact hours/week) HVA 201 - HVAC Controls Lab (3 contact hours/week) PHS 115 - Fundamentals of Electricity Lecture (3 contact hours/week) PHS 115 - Fundamentals of Electricity Lab (2 contact hours/week) All of the sections available are taught in the Traditional method, with all in-person classes taking place at our DCC@Fishkill location, the Center of Excellence for Business, Industry, and Innovation (COEBII). These courses are held in the daytime and the evenings. Part-time faculty teach assigned class material in accordance with learning objectives developed by the department.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in HVAC, HVAC-R, or a closely related area and/or a minimum of 8 years of experience in the HVAC-R field. Official transcripts required upon hire. 2+ years of successful teaching, training, or closely related experience. Current EPA Section 608 certification. OSHA safety certification (10-hour or 30-hour).

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in HVAC-R, or a closely related field. Experience teaching at the college level, particularly at a community college. Current North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification. OSHA 500-level course completion and be an Authorized OSHA Trainer.

Demonstrated competencies in a variety of teaching methodologies and/or pedagogical approaches that reach a broad range of learners. An understanding an appreciation of the role of the community college in higher education. Experience in using instructional technology in the classroom and a willingness to adopt new and emerging technologies. Experience and familiarity with a learning management system (LMS) such as Brightspace, Blackboard, or Canvas.

A commitment to diversity and an understanding of how diversity impacts learning and instruction. Additional Information: A current resume or curriculum vitae is required. Professional letters of reference are required. Working Conditions The performance of this work is primarily in-person on-site.

These courses are held at DCC@Fishkill, the Center of Excellence for Business, Industry, and Innovation (COEBII). These courses are held in the daytime and the evenings. Classification Dutchess United Educators (DUE), Part-Time Educator Part-Time faculty positions are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Dutchess Community College (DCC) and Dutchess United Educations (DUE).

Salary

At negotiated rate, starting at: $1,499 per contact hour (Instructor, Step 1)

Application Instructions

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