Instructor, Ironworker

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology; Calgary; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology as an Instructor in the School of Manufacturing and Automation, teaching Ironworker and Crane programs. You'll promote a hands-on, interactive learning environment while developing course material and evaluating student performance. This position requires a Journeyperson certificate and offers a competitive salary in a collaborative educational setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ industry experience with prefabricated structure assembly.
• Prior teaching experience is an asset.
• Strong technical skills and excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Instruct high-level courses to mature learners.
• Develop course outlines and curriculum.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain industry relationships.

Skills

Time Management

Mentoring

Public Speaking

Education

Journeyperson certificate as a Metal Building Systems Erector or Structural Ironworker

Formal teaching education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

SAIT’s School of Manufacturing and Automation, and School of Transportation provides the skills-based training and development to prepare students for a career in Alberta's rapidly growing transportation, manufacturing and automation sectors. We provide applied learning in action through our trades and technology programs.

The Opportunity

At the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), we are the shapers, the makers, the originals, driven by a passion for excellence and impact. We offer action-based learning, solution-focused research and enterprising collaborations with partners from around the world. We are a global leader in applied education, an Alberta Top Employer and a destination workplace for people empowered to make a difference in the lives of students. Now is an exciting time to join this one-of-a-kind place.

We are currently accepting an application for a motivated full-time Instructor to join our School of Manufacturing and Automation team. This position is to teach in the Ironworker and Crane programs on a full time basis.

Reporting to the Academic Chair, the Instructor is accountable for promoting a positive and interactive learning environment with hands-on learning. In addition, you will work with students and faculty by attending recruitment initiatives and school events and maintain strong industry relationships. Please apply if you enjoy a challenge, possess strong technical skills and are an excellent communicator who works well in a collaborative team environment.

The Role

• Instruct high level courses to mature learners
• Prepare and present lectures and labs
• Develop course outlines, profiles and curriculum
• Participate in curriculum and program reviews
• Prepare additional study and lab materials for learners
• Evaluate student progress and achievement
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and advice to learners
• Maintain close contact with relevant industry sectors
• Oversee lifting and hoisting operations in our yard
• Promote our program through open house, try a trades and promotional events as needed
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet the emerging needs of SAIT and its students

Qualifications & Experience

• Must hold a Journeyperson certificate as a Metal Building Systems Erector or Structural Ironworker with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in industry with prefabricated structure assembly
• Red Seal or Journeyperson tickets in a second similar trade considered an asset
• Prior teaching experience is an asset, formal teaching education is an asset
• Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Aptitude for mentoring and coaching others
• Comfortable with public speaking, and able to convey course subjects to diverse students and learning styles
• Possess a positive, respectful attitude, and a high commitment to student success and collaboration

Job classification: INSTRUCTOR - S4001

Salary range:$81,307.00 - 91,482.00

# of positions: 1

Position end date:June 9th, 2025

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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