Carpentry Instructor - Competition ID: 4839

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Tuition waiver

Professional development days

Inter-campus transportation

Job summary

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is seeking a Regular Part-Time Carpentry/Building Construction instructor to deliver Foundation and Apprentice training Levels 1–4. This role is primarily on-campus at KPU Tech in Surrey, with opportunities to contribute to program development and student success.

The ideal candidate holds an IP Red Seal Endorsement and a Certificate of Qualification, plus at least five years of industry experience.

Qualifications

• IP RSE required and a Certificate of Qualification.
• Minimum of five years current industry experience as a Carpentry/Building Construction Journeyperson.
• Strong communication skills with students; ability to teach effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Foundation training and Apprentice training Levels 1–4.
• Teach on-campus at KPU Tech; participate in related program activities.
• Adhere to collective agreement terms and performance criteria.

Skills

Effective communication

Student engagement

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement

Certificate of Qualification in Carpentry/Building Construction

Job description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID: 4839

Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled

External Closing Date: Open Until Filled

# of Openings: 1

Salary Information: Faculty Pay Scale

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Workplace Type: On-Site

Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group: Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

CARPENTRY INSTRUCTOR

POSITION TYPE: Regular Part-time (50%)

POSITION START: December 2, 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 Part-Time Carpentry/Building Construction instructor to deliver 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 50% (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.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail].

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.