Director of HVAC/RNew England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS)Location: Haverhill, MA
Salary: $90,000 - $95,000/year
Schedule: 40+ hours; Flexible schedule required
The Director of HVAC/R leads the full instructional operation of our HVAC/R department-overseeing day, afternoon, and evening shifts and managing a team that includes instructors, shift leads, and lab assistants. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is equally comfortable on the floor with students as they are collaborating with campus leadership.
The right candidate brings deep technical knowledge of HVAC/R systems, a proven ability to develop instructional staff, and the operational discipline to run a multi-shift department with consistency and accountability. If you're looking for a role where your expertise directly shapes real career outcomes for real people-this is it.
What You'll Do- Lead all aspects of the HVAC/R training program across day, afternoon, and evening shifts
- Stay actively involved in instruction-teaching, demonstrating, and stepping in when coverage is needed
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop a team of HVAC/R instructors
- Drive student success by engaging with students from orientation through graduation
- Partner with campus leadership to monitor progress, improve outcomes, and prepare students for licensing and careers
- Oversee scheduling, staffing, and daily operations to ensure consistent training across all shifts
- Manage tools, equipment, and departmental budget
- Ensure curriculum aligns with state licensing requirements and industry standards
- Maintain a safe, compliant training environment in line with OSHA and regulatory requirements
- Serve as the go-to leader for resolving student and instructor concerns
What We're Looking For- 5+ years of hands-on HVAC/R experience (installation, service, troubleshooting)
- EPA 608 Universal Certification (required)
- Leadership or supervisory experience (in the field or training environment)
- Ability and willingness to stay hands-on in daily instruction
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- A passion for teaching, mentoring, and helping others succeed
- Experience working across multiple shifts or managing schedules is a plus
- Prior experience in a training or educational environment is a plus
What We Offer- Competitive salary
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Supplemental benefits
- Company-paid long-term disability (LTD)
- 401(k) with employer match
Ready to Lead from the Front?If you're ready to step into a leadership role where you can stay hands-on, develop others, and make a lasting impact-we want to hear from you.
