HVACR Lab Assistant

Are you ready to work at a dynamic institution that believes in higher education with lower obstacles Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (now known as Franklin Cummings Tech) is a nationally accredited nonprofit technical college serving Eastern Massachusetts and beyond. The college was seeded in 1791 with funds from the estate of Benjamin Franklin given to the City of Boston to proliferate access to education and level the playing field for aspiring talent with meager financial means.

Today Franklin Cummings Tech continues to build on that legacy by offering postsecondary education in highdemand technical and skilled trade fields that lead to excellent careers. Our majors intentionally focus on select industries connected to sustainability and the clean energy transition including electric vehicle technology smart manufacturing practical electricity power engineering heat pumps/HVAC biotechnology automation construction management and more.

With a mission to deliver transformative technical and trade education that leads to economic advancement we offer a unique mix of certificate and degreegranting programs that appeal to enterprising students and respond to employers demand for a wellprepared workforce. Intentional partnerships with the industries we serve coupled with high graduation and job placement rates recently attracted the largest philanthropic gift in the history of the college from the Cummings Foundation.

Last year Franklin Cummings Tech educated more than 1000 learners across three student types: 1 certificate and degree seekers 2 continuing education clients and 3 high schoolers pursuing early college. As further evidence that our mission holds resonance this year the college tracked a 25 yearoveryear jump in fall new student enrollment and applications soared.

We seek team members who are optimistic entrepreneurial datainformed and excited about the prospect of continuing to strategically increase student success outcomes and total enrollment from 1000 learners today to at least 1500 learners by 2030. Join us in this missiondriven work!

Position Responsibilities:

The HVAC Lab Assistant position supports the HVAC instructor in providing a handson practical learning environment for students. The role involves assisting with basic electrical and refrigeration systems preparing lab materials maintaining a safe and organized lab space and ensuring supplies are readily available. This position is essential for enhancing student learning fostering technical skill development and maintaining lab operations.

The ideal candidate will have practical experience with HVAC systems a passion for teaching and learning strong organizational skills and a commitment to student success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lab Preparation and Maintenance:
  • Prepare set up and organize materials tools and equipment for lab sessions.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies and identify needed materials for lab activities.
  • Ensure all lab equipment is in proper working order and perform minor maintenance as required.
• Student Support:
  • Assist students during lab sessions with handson activities troubleshooting and understanding HVAC concepts.
  • Promote safe practices in the lab and ensure students follow safety protocols.
  • Provide individual or group guidance to enhance mastery of basic electrical and refrigeration systems.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Collaborate with the HVAC instructor to align lab activities with course objectives.
  • Track and document student participation and progress in lab activities.
  • Communicate effectively with the instructor and department chair regarding lab needs issues or concerns.
• Other Duties:
  • Ensure the lab environment is clean organized and safe.
  • Participate in departmental meetings or training sessions when required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; HVAC certification or enrollment in an HVAC program preferred.
  • Handson experience in basic electrical and refrigeration systems.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems related to HVAC equipment.
  • Familiarity with HVAC lab tools and safety procedures.
• Other Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated ability to work with students or in an educational setting.
  • Commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Application Process:

Applicants should submit a cover letter resume and the names titles telephone numbers and email addresses of two professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. All applications should be sent to: Marvin Loiseau Ed.D. Dean of Academics at .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Franklin Cummings Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on any grounds protected under federal state or local law including race color religion creed age sex national origin ancestry marital status pregnancy disability (including those related to pregnancy or childbirth) sexual orientation genetic information gender identity or expression veteran status or any other characteristic or activity protected under federal state or local law.