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Salary: See Position Description

Location: Lakewood, CO

Job Number: 01034

Division: Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation

Department: Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Skilled Trades

Closing Date: 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA Status: Exempt

To Apply
1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.

RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Summary of Position

Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) is seeking a qualified Instructor to teach in the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration (HVA) program. This role involves providing high-quality instruction in alignment with RRCC and Colorado Community College System (CCCS) standards. The instructor will teach assigned courses, assess student performance, and contribute to the overall success of the program. Instructional delivery may be face-to-face, hybrid, or online, and may include day, evening, or weekend classes.

The ideal candidate will be a very experienced air conditioning and heating professional with recent, relevant industry experience and a deep understanding of HVAC technology. The instructor must be able to engage a diverse student population, apply effective 四虎影视 strategies, and adapt course content to meet varied learning needs. Key responsibilities include preparing class materials, maintaining accurate grading in D2L, submitting final grades in Banner, and responding to students and staff within 24-48 hours.

Instructors must demonstrate professionalism, respect, and patience, while setting clear expectations for academic performance. Attendance at department meetings and communication with the department chair are also required.

The schedule is weekdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with some responsibilities potentially occurring outside of these hours. The role may require up to 28 hours per week for a duration of up to 9 months, depending on departmental need and budget. The finalist must designate Colorado as their primary work location, including for any online instruction.

This posting will remain open on a continuous basis, and applicants will be selected as needed until the position is filled or the posting expires. Please note:
* Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
* Completed applications will remain active for 12 months from the date of submission.
* There is no need to reapply during this 12-month period unless there are updates to your application materials.
* After the 12-month period, applicants are welcome to reapply if the position is still open.

The compensation for this position is $1,177.73 to $1,826.60/credit hour, commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, FLSA exempt temporary staff position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Extensive experience with several or all of these areas:

• Air Conditioning Fundamentals:
  1. Solid understanding of refrigeration principles (vapor-compression, heat transfer, pressure-temp relationships).
  2. Familiar with AC system types: split, central, ductless mini-split, package units, and heat pumps.
  3. Knowledge of key components: compressor, evaporator, condenser, expansion valve, blower fan.
  4. Skilled in calculating cooling loads for proper system sizing.
  5. Awareness of cooling cycles, energy efficiency, and SEER ratings.
• Advanced Diagnostics & Troubleshooting:
  1. Identifies common AC issues (refrigerant leaks, thermostat faults, clogs, electrical problems).
  2. Skilled in electrical diagnostics (capacitors, contactors, relays, transformers, thermostats).
  3. Proficient with diagnostic tools: multimeters, gauges, temp probes, vacuum pumps.
  4. Experienced in leak detection and repair using electronic detectors and UV dye.
  5. Knowledgeable in system pressure testing and evacuation to ensure proper function.

Required Qualifications

1. Qualifies for post-secondary CTE credential including 4000 non-四虎影视 occupational hours within the last 7 years.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bilingual in Spanish and English
2. An associate degree from an accredited institution in related field
3. One semester full-time (or equivalent part-time) 四虎影视 experience
4. Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse communities and supporting individuals from diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.

Physical & Cognitive Demands
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.

• Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
• This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
• The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human 四虎影视, at (303) 914-6298 or Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
Advertised Hourly Pay
The compensation for this position is $1,177.73 to $1,826.60/credit hour, commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, FLSA exempt temporary staff position. This position can work up to nine months, based on need and budget availability. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.
To Apply
All applicants must submit:

1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Jim.Mathis@rrcc.edu.

Notice to all Applicants

• Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
• Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
• Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human 四虎影视 within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.
• Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
• All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
• Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.

RRCC/CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at

We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.

Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.

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