Heavy Duty Mechanic

First Student Shared Services; Halifax; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Health and dental coverage

Up to 45+ days vacation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

NSCC in Halifax invites experienced tradespeople to join the Institute of Skilled Trades faculty for the Industrial Mechanical Apprenticeship program. You will deliver shop instruction and classroom sessions, mentor students, and promote safety in classrooms, shops, and labs.

Ideal candidates hold Interprovincial Red Seal in Industrial Mechanical with at least five years of recent experience. Teaching experience is an asset; strong collaboration with instructors and industry partners is

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Red Seal certification in Industrial Mechanical.
• A minimum of five years of recent occupational experience in the Industrial Mechanic/Millwright trade.
• Experience in Machinist/Welding trades is an asset.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety, mentorship and lifelong learning.
• Teaching experience or related educational delivery is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver theoretical and hands-on shop training along with classroom instruction.
• Share real-life industry knowledge and troubleshooting experience.
• Mentor and support students entering the trade.
• Help students build the skills employers are looking for.
• Promote and ensure health and safety practices in classrooms, shops, and labs.
• Collaborate with fellow instructors and industry partners.
• Stay current with evolving technology and industry practices.
• Participate in student advising, curriculum development, program promotion, and work placement support.

Skills

Communication

Mentorship

Safety

Digital literacy

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal certification in Industrial Mechanical

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As part of the Institute of Skilled Trades faculty team in the Industrial Mechanical Apprenticeship program, you will:

• Deliver theoretical and hands on practical shop training along with classroom instruction
• Share real-life industry knowledge and troubleshooting experience
• Mentor and support students entering the trade
• Help students build the skills employers are looking for
• Promote and ensure health and safety practices and procedures are consistently followed in classrooms, shops, and labs.
• Work collaboratively with fellow instructors and industry partners
• Stay current with evolving technology and industry practices
• Participate in student advising, curriculum development, program promotion, committee work, and work placement support

This role combines shop instruction with modern teaching tools and blended learning approaches, including in-class, online, and off-site instruction, as well as occasional evening and weekend sessions.

What you'll need

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

We're seeking experienced tradespeople who are passionate about the industry and interested in helping others succeed.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Interprovincial Red Seal certification in Industrial Mechanical
• A minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent occupational experience in the Industrial Mechanic/Millwright trade.
• Experience in the Machinist/Welding trades would be considered an asset.
• Comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safety, mentorship, and lifelong learning

Previous teaching experience or related experience in the delivery of educational program or training adults would be an asset, but not required. If you've coached apprentices, trained coworkers, or shared your knowledge on the shop floor, you already have valuable experience to build on.

NOTE: Two years of your training will be counted towards the educational requirements and cannot be included as part of your occupational experience.

Faculty salaries currently range from approximately $78,771 to $104,267 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

In addition to salary, NSCC offers:

• A defined benefit pension plan to support long-term financial security
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage, including vision, paramedical services, life insurance, Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and more
• Up to 45+ days of paid vacation and recognized holidays, including paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
• Professional development and training opportunities to support ongoing learning and career growth

Make an Impact

The trades need experienced professionals willing to pass on their knowledge. This is your opportunity to shape the future of industry while building a healthier, more balanced future for yourself.

If you're ready to bring your trade experience into the classroom and help develop the next generation of technicians, we'd love to hear from you.