Assistant Teaching Professor - HVAC

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Closing Date:

10/31/2026

Type of Position:

Faculty - Non-Tenure

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.

UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

HVACR

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Full-time faculty are professionals with the responsibility of providing a quality learning experience for UA - Pulaski Technical College students. Faculty perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.

The successful hire will teach Principles of HVACR I, Principles of HVACR II, Residential HVAC, Heating Systems, Systems Design, Commercial HVAC, Commercial Refrigeration, Unitary Refrigeration, HVAC Internship (Observational), HVAC Internship (Hands-on), and HVAC Internship as assigned.
General Responsibilities:
This position requires teaching 30 credit hours at the undergraduate level per academic year. This may vary based on the discipline and/or demand. Other responsibilities of this position include:

•Maintenance of office hours/establishing a campus presence in accordance with UA-PTC Campus Presence Policy 623.
• Actively and consistently participating in orientations, professional development workshops, all mandatory or required training, events, and meetings, such as shared governance, commencement, and convocation.
• Establishing and maintaining positive, collaborative working relationships with students, colleagues and staff.
• Demonstrating a willingness to use contemporary educational techniques and technology.
• Maintaining skills or knowledge required for the HVACR discipline.
• Utilizing syllabus, BlackBoard, timeline of class curriculum and other information to present information in a timely manner for the success of students.
• Providing prompt and accurate records of assessments and final grade reports.
• Demonstrating consistent professionalism with students and commitment to working cooperatively with campus personnel to fulfill the Mission of the College.
• Organizing and hosting advisory committee meetings once each semester to ensure ongoing industry engagement, gather program feedback, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Support student participation in competitions such as SkillsUSA.
• Completing all required reports, including but not limited to, course-level or program-level outcomes assessment and academic program review, within the prescribed time frame.
• Other duties as assigned by the department director, school dean, or Provost.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of industry experience in the residential or commercial HVAC field.
• EPA 608 type “Universal” certified for refrigerant handling
• Familiar with standard air-cooled split systems, chiller, water cooled condensers, cooling towers, VRF equipment, and basic control devices.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7 years of industry experience.
• A.C.C.A. Manual “J” system sizing and “D” Duct sizing experience.
• Manual “S” and “T” form software experience.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information:

Bruce Thomas
Director of the Technical Sciences<

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.

We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Lifting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Hearing, Pulling

Occasional Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes