Faculty, Building Systems Technician (HVAC&R;)

Education

Institute of Skilled Trades

Term full-time Position: Commencing approximately December 1, 2026 and ending approximately May 14, 2027

Application deadline is 11:59 PM, November 17, 2026

Competition No. 2627-223

The salary scale for NSCC Faculty is based on steps that range from $$81,760.18 - $104,267.58. New NSCC Faculty may receive up to a maximum of five steps for relevant occupational experience. New NSCC Faculty may receive up to an additional four steps for full-time equivalent years of instructional experience (instructional experience is defined as teaching post-secondary). The maximum a new NSCC Faculty can expect to receive is nine steps or $97,388.02.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience

- The minimum educational qualification for this position is Red Seal Journeyperson certification in the Refrigeration Mechanical Technician field or Inter-provincial Journeyperson status in the ACR industry. A Refrigeration Plant Operator certification would be considered an asset.
- You have a minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in the field of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and their respective control systems. NOTE: Two years of your training will be counted towards the educational requirements and cannot be included as part of your occupational experience.
- Based on the range of skills required in the HVAC/R industry, training and/or certification in the fields of natural/propane gas, electrical/electronic and mechanical/ventilation related systems would be considered an asset.
- You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, and e-mail.



Knowledge of Learning Management Software such as Brightspace would be considered an asset.
- You have demonstrated experience liaising with business and industry in your field.
- You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in support of an exceptional student experience, including multi-media technologies and a variety of platforms that will engage students in online and blended learning.
- Ideally, you have related experience in delivery of educational programs or training to adults.
- Occupational experience that includes experience in providing performance feedback will be considered an asset.
- You have knowledge and experience in applying WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety and occupation-specific safety practices.
- You are comfortable using multi-media technologies and a variety of platforms that will serve to engage students in online and blended learning capacities. The ability to teach effectively in an online/blended environment which includes building knowledge of best practices for the delivery and management of courses deliveredwhole or in part online,



using a course management system to communicate with students and to foster and support a collaborative online learning community with and between students will be an significant factor in your success. Candidates who do not have previous online/blended teaching experience must be open to and willing to participate in training for this delivery model.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

- You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism
- You possess excellent presentation skills and can facilitate content effectively and engagingly to a variety of audiences
- You are known for your superior interpersonal skills and can manage interpersonal relationships and issues effectively
- Your superb team building skills will enable you to develop a positive classroom dynamic and productive collegial relationships
- Your commitment to excellence, to life-long learning and to community involvement make you an ideal candidate for Faculty at NSCC

Responsibilities

As a member of the School of Trades and Transporation faculty team, you will:

- Provide theoretical and practical instruction in the Building Systems Technician (HVAC&R;) program.
- Collaboratively design and deliver educational experiences for a diverse group of learners. This will include preparation, instruction, assessment, and evaluation of students using a broad range of flexible teaching and learning practices and technologies such as Learning Management Systems (e.g., Brightspace) and classroom technology.
- Ensure health and safety practices and procedures are followed in your classroom, shops, and labs.
- Maintain currency with the latest industry practices relevant to your program and to continually develop your understanding of 21st century teaching and

📌 2627-223 - Faculty, Building Systems Technician (HVAC&R) - Sydney Waterfront Campus
🏢 Nova Scotia Community College
📍 Sydney