Join our team at Lincoln Tech - East Windsor, CT supporting the next generation of HVAC professionals. This role combines your technical expertise with the opportunity to mentor students in a dynamic lab environment. Maintains lab equipment, tools, and supplies while providing technical support and safety oversight during HVAC laboratory sessions. Works directly with faculty to ensure students receive hands-on training with properly functioning equipment and systems. Responsibilities for an HVAC Program Lab Assistant: + Assist faculty in setting up laboratory systems, equipment and trainers for student hands-on assignments + Monitor students during lab sessions, ensuring adherence to proper safety protocols and industry standards + Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to students during laboratory exercises + Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on laboratory systems, equipment, and testing instruments + Maintain inventory of tools, supplies, and consumables; ensure materials are available for each lab session + Assist in equipment setup, breakdown, and storage following lab exercises + Identify safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, and coordinate repairs as needed + Communicate with department coordinator regarding equipment status, safety concerns, and student progress + Participate in program meetings, workshops, and recruitment events as assigned Requirements of an HVAC Program Lab Assistant: + High school diploma or equivalent + Minimum 2 years hands-on experience with HVAC systems, equipment, and components + EPA certification for refrigerant handling + Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical HVAC systems + Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel) + Strong communication skills and ability to work with students Preferred Qualifications + HVAC technical certification or associate degree in HVAC/Refrigeration + Experience with HVAC Systems + Previous teaching, training, or mentoring experience Physical Requirements – (If needed to maintain lab and equipment) + Ability to lift to 50 lbs. regularly + Continuous walking, reaching, bending, and kneeling + Availability for occasional evening