Instructor, Heavy Mechanical
Job Description
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Instructor, Heavy Mechanical
Selkirk College’s School of Industry and Trades Training requires Relief Instructors to teach within the Heavy Mechanical program at the Silver King Campus. The successful applicants will be required, as assigned, to provide instruction in all levels of the program delivered by the College. The successful applicants will demonstrate the desire to become a member of a highly motivated Selkirk College team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Instruct within the Heavy Mechanical program
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- A learner-centered teaching philosophy
- Aptitude engaging students at all levels
- Excellent communication, leadership, team work, and time management skills
- Initiative and dedication to provide a quality and motivated learning environment
- Demonstrate the desire to become a member of a highly motivated Selkirk College team
Education and Experience
- High school graduation or equivalent
- Heavy Mechanical Technician’s Certificate of Qualification and Interprovincial (IP) Red Seal Certification
- Minimum five (5) years of experience working in the industry as a Journeyperson Heavy Mechanical Technician
- Computer literacy in word processing, electronic mail and appropriate software applications
- Post-secondary teaching experience is an asset
- Demonstrated curriculum development skills is an asset
- Provincial Instructor Diploma (PID) program or BC Teaching Certification is an asset
This is a non-regular, on-call position commencing as soon as possible, and ending August 31, 2025. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement. The salary range is $46.05 – $73.80 per hour based on qualifications and experience.