Faculty, Heavy Duty Commercial Transport Technician

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a dedicated Faculty member for the Heavy Duty Commercial Transport Technician program. This role involves delivering comprehensive training in heavy-duty mechanics, fostering a collaborative learning environment, and ensuring students are well-equipped for their careers. With a focus on hands-on instruction and industry relevance, you will guide the next generation of technicians. Enjoy a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a supportive workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join a team committed to excellence and make a meaningful impact in the field of transportation education.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Forty-six days of annual leave

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Health Care Spending Account

Defined benefit pension plan

Access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses

Wellness and Employee Assistance programs

Complimentary fitness centre membership

Qualifications

• BC Trades Qualification with Inter-Provincial Red Seal in Heavy Duty Mechanics.
• Minimum of five years’ recent journeyperson industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaching provincial curriculum and preparing classroom lectures.
• Providing practical demonstrations and working collaboratively.

Skills

Heavy Duty Mechanics

Commercial Transport Mechanics

Instructional Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

BC Trades Qualification

BC Certificate of Apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Faculty, Heavy Duty Commercial Transport Technician

Position Title Faculty, Heavy Duty Commercial Transport Technician

Who We Are

At BCIT , putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision , which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Transportation is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE ) Faculty, Heavy Duty Commercial Transport Technician to join the Heavy Equipment Group at our campus located on Annacis Island in Delta to deliver training in our apprenticeship and foundation programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

These full-time positions include instructional responsibilities such as: teaching provincial curriculum; short-term coverage for Faculty release; preparing and presenting classroom lectures, course delivery and assessment materials; providing practical demonstrations; and working collaboratively within our heavy equipment team and with the Department Heads. The program curriculum includes the instruction of disassembly, inspection, overhaul, servicing and reassembly of many types of off-road heavy duty equipment and commercial trucks. This ranges from class 8 semi tractors and transport trailers through to bulldozers, front end loaders, skid steers and excavators.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

• BC Trades Qualification with Inter-Provincial Red Seal in Heavy Duty Mechanics or Commercial Transport Mechanics.
• BC Certificate of Apprenticeship in Heavy Duty Mechanics or Commercial Transport Mechanics.
• A minimum of five years’ recent journeyperson industry experience (more preferred).
• Ability to Instruct the full scope of heavy duty/commercial transport curriculum including tracks, undercarriage and transport trailers.
• Documented experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy duty or off-road equipment.
• Documented experience in the repair and maintenance of commercial transport trucks and trailers.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Current computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint: ability to manage files located on a database.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience is an asset.
• Documented experience working as an Instructor in a post-secondary or industrial setting within a team environment is an asset.

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of forty-six days of annual leave prorated per year.
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• For more information on our generous benefits, click here !

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail] . Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Email applications will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Range $98,324 - $115,805 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-9
  • 10+
• * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
  • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
• * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
  • Yes
  • No
• This position is based at one of our satellite campuses. Kindly confirm that you are able to travel to these locations.
  • Yes
  • No