Millwright Instructor (25:080)

Northern Lights College; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Lights College is looking for a passionate individual to be an Instructor in the Millwright program. This role involves sharing industry expertise with students entering skilled trades and ensuring a supportive learning environment. Applicants should possess Interprovincial Red Seal Certification and have a strong desire to contribute to student success, with additional consideration for prior instructional experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits

Employer-matched pension contributions

Vacation entitlement of 240 hours per year

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of related industry experience required.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach desired.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and guide students in the Millwright (Industrial Mechanic) program.
• Deliver apprenticeship or foundation training in skilled trades.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Student-Centered Approach

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal Certification

Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (PIDP)

Job description

Term of App't: Monday - Friday, 30 hours per week

Start date: August 25, 2025

Reporting to: Dean of Trades & Apprenticeships

Salary:	Starting salary ranges from $74,618.00 - $88,536.00 annually based on experience and qualifications, as per the BCGEU Faculty Collective Agreement, with annual increments up to a maximum of $114,001.00. Vacation entitlement is 240 hours per year (pro-rated from the hire date) to be utilized during the summer months (July and August). The College also provides paid time off during its annual holiday closure from December 25 to January 1. The position includes a comprehensive extended health and dental benefits package, and enrolment in the College Pension Plan is mandatory, with employer-matched contributions.
Description:	Northern Lights College is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable individual to join our team as an Instructor in the Millwright (Industrial Mechanic) program. This is a rewarding opportunity to share your industry expertise with students who are beginning their careers in the skilled trades. We are seeking someone who is passionate about the Millwright trade, committed to student success, and enthusiastic about training the next generation of industry professionals. Instructor assignments may include any level of apprenticeship or foundation training, delivered in our state-of-the-art facility located in Dawson Creek, B.C.
Qualifications:	Required: Interprovincial Red Seal Certification as a Millwright (Industrial Mechanic). Minimum of five years of related industry experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive college environment. A supportive and student-centred approach to teaching and learning. Preferred: Previous teaching or instructional experience. Completion of Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (PIDP) or an equivalent adult education credential, or a willingness to obtain. Generalist background, including oil and gas, forestry, and mining operations.

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.