CE - Heavy Mechanical Trades Red Seal Exam Preparation Instructor (25:025)

Northern Lights College; Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Tumbler Ridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking an experienced tradesperson to prepare students for the Heavy Mechanical Trades Red Seal Exam. This role involves delivering engaging prep courses that can take place on campus or in the community, ensuring that students are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in their trade, a commitment to fostering student success, and the ability to work collaboratively with others. If you're passionate about education and skilled trades, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of aspiring tradespeople.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent industry experience after completion of Red Seal.
• Certification of Qualification with Red Seal Endorsed for specific trade area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare students for the Heavy Mechanical Trades Red Seal Exam.
• Deliver prep courses ranging from 7 to 160 hours.

Skills

Student motivation and success

Team collaboration

Knowledge of trade rules and regulations

Industry experience

Education

Certification of Qualification with Red Seal Endorsed

Provincial Instructors Diploma (PIDP) or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Term of App't: On call, as needed (blocks of 7 - 160 hours)

Start date: To be determined

Reporting to: Dean of Continuing Education

Location: Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Tumbler Ridge, BC

Salary: Wages will be negotiated (non-bargaining work/non-credit)

Description:

Northern Lights College's Continuing Education Department is looking to hire an experienced tradesperson(s) who will prepare students for the Heavy Mechanical Trades (heavy duty, commercial transport) Red Seal Exam.

Delivery of each prep course will be approximately 7 - 160 hours per block of teaching. Location may be on campus or within the community at an alternate location.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Certification of Qualification with Red Seal Endorsed for specific trade area.
• Minimum of 5 years of recent industry experience after completion of Red Seal
• Experience with the MS Office 365 suite software
• Committed to student motivation and success
• Ability to collaborate as an effective team member
• Current, valid driver's license (travel may be required within the region in order to deliver the course)
• Knowledge of rules and regulation of specific trade
• Knowledge of Skilled Trades BC Program Outlines, Assessment standards and Exam processes

Preferred:

• Completion of Provincial Instructors Diploma (PIDP) or Equivalent training
• Individuals who hold multiple trade certifications.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at Northern Lights College.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous Peoples' representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as Indigenous--First Nation, Metis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.