Carpentry Instructor

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is seeking a Regular Fulltime Carpentry/Building Construction instructor to deliver Foundation and Apprentice training Levels 1–4 on campus at KPU Tech. The role emphasizes practical industry experience and effective communication with students.

Qualified applicants will hold an IP RSE and have at least five years of carpentry experience, with a preference for prior teaching and supervisory/admin experience.

Qualifications

• IP RSE required.
• Minimum of five years current industry experience as a Carpentry/Building Construction journeyperson.
• Communication skills with students essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Carpentry/Building Construction training on campus at KPU Tech.
• Involve Foundation and Apprentice training Levels 1–4.
• Contribute to teaching duties as part of regular faculty responsibilities.

Skills

Communication with students

Teaching experience

Leadership/administration

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (IP RSE)

Job description

CARPENTRY INSTRUCTOR

POSITION TYPE: REGULAR (100%)

POSITION START: August 15, 2026

KPU proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

The Faculty of Trades & Technology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University is currently seeking a Regular Fulltime Carpentry/Building Construction instructor to delivery. Foundation training and Apprentice training Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This Carpentry/Building Construction training is primarily on campus at KPU Tech.

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum qualifications include a Certificate of Qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (IP RSE).
• A minimum of five years current industry experience as a Carpentry/Building Construction Journeyperson.
• Also required is the knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with students.
• Preference will be given to those applicants with a demonstrated record of teaching successfully, current carpentry skills and five (5) years supervisory or administrative experience. Contract consideration may be subject to a practical assessment.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check.

*SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

This competition is for a maximum FTE of 100% (Regular). When possible, priority will be given to the candidate(s) who can maximize the FTE either individually, or collectively, as such please indicate on your application your preferred workload percentage. This competition could also be used to add candidates to our Qualified Faculty List, therefore also please indicate on your application if you are interested in being added to this list.