Continuous Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technician

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Job summary

NAIT's Heavy Equipment Technician program seeks an energetic instructor focused on student success, with industry experience and strong communication skills. The role emphasizes motivating learners and delivering adult education in a postsecondary setting.

Candidate will collaborate with colleagues, develop curriculum, and utilize technology to enhance learning outcomes while upholding a safe classroom and workshop environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Completion of Alberta Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson ticket or provincial equivalent required.
• OPET Certification required.
• Inter-Provincial Red Seal preferred.
• Minimum 5 years recent industry experience after completion of Journeyperson ticket.
• Additional relevant post-secondary education and/or professional development training is an asset.
• Teaching experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in classroom, lab and industry settings.
• Participate in curriculum development, program reviews and course reviews.
• Facilitate learning using effective instructional strategies.
• Manage instructional delivery and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Create assessment tools and maintain progress records.
• Provide coaching and tutoring to maximize student success and retention.
• Utilize educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues and industry partners.
• Incorporate student feedback to improve instruction.
• Engage in professional development to enhance teaching quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Journeyperson HET ticket (Alberta) or provincial equivalent

OPET Certification

Inter-Provincial Red Seal preferred

Post-secondary education (asset)

Job description

About the Opportunity

NAIT's Heavy Equipment Technician program trains students to maintain, repair and overhaul heavy vehicles and industrial equipment, both towed and self-propelled. The heavy equipment industry is very diverse, and typically apprentices specialize in a certain field of repair. The successful candidate for this role will be an energetic, empathetic, and student focused instructor with a demonstrated commitment to motivating learners and supporting academic achievement. They will bring strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with proven experience delivering adult education in a postsecondary or skills-based learning environment. Proficiency with a variety of computer programs and systems, as well as the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, is essential. The successful candidate will also possess solid and relevant industry experience and will be committed to championing student success through academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in a classroom, laboratory and industry setting
• Participate in curriculum development, program reviews and course reviews
• Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials
• Manage instructional delivery and set the tone and climate for a safe and effective learning environment
• Create assessment tools to evaluate the learning process and maintain progress records
• Provide ongoing coaching and tutoring for students to maximize student success and retention and respond to student issues
• Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students, colleagues and industry partners
• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement
• Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities

• Strong ability to collaborate as a team player, contributing positively as a member of an academic team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating a respectful, supportive, and effective approach in interactions with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and support multiple tasks in a fast-paced academic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and contribute to ongoing process improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Completion of Alberta Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson ticket or provincial equivalent required OPET (Outdoor Power Equipment Technician) Certification required Inter-Provincial Red Seal preferred Minimum 5 years recent industry experience after completion of Journeyperson ticket Additional relevant post-secondary education and/or professional development training is an asset Teaching experience an asset.

Classification – Instructor

This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement.

Remuneration

Remuneration: Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Will commensurate with education and experience. Note: starting salary for new instructor hires average mid-range based on education and experience. The compensation range for this job posting is : $71,265.47 - $123,972.06

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca.

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s. NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada. NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB). We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

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People make NAIT Great - and at NAIT, people truly matter. We're committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability. When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community. If you're looking for purposeful work in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.