Millwright Instructor - Competition ID: 3767

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Millwright Instructor to deliver training in a dynamic and engaging environment. This role is ideal for individuals looking for part-time opportunities, including semi-retired professionals eager to share their expertise with future tradespeople. As part of a collaborative faculty team, you will guide students through hands-on learning experiences while managing projects in a fully functional millwright shop. Join a recognized leader in education that values inclusivity and offers a supportive work environment, complete with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Extended Medical and Dental

Professional Development

Tuition Waiver Program

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Networking and Social Events

Campus Athletic and Fitness Centers

Maternity and Parental Leave Top-up

Outdoor Sitting Areas

Discounts at Library and Bookstore

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright).
• Teaching experience preferred, with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Foundation and Apprenticeship training in a classroom and shop environment.
• Familiarize with established curriculum and manage classroom prep.

Skills

Effective Communication

Supervisory Skills

Teaching Skills

Education

Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Certificate of Qualification

Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement

Machinist CofQ

Job description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

JOB OVERVIEW: MILLWRIGHT INSTRUCTOR

The Faculty of Trades and Technology is currently seeking a Non-regular Type 1 Millwright instructor to provide short-term delivery of Foundation and Apprenticeship training which may extend from a single day to several weeks/months.

This position would suit:

• an instructor living in the lower mainland looking for some part-time employment and available on-call, or for a scheduled period of time,
• individual that is (or wishes to be) semi-retired, or
• an individual who is interested in sharing their experience to guide and train future trades people.

This instructor will be part of a team of faculty that work independently with students in a classroom environment as well as manage projects and instruction in a fully functional millwright shop.

There is an expectation of familiarizing yourself with established curriculum and the online training management system, as well as classroom/exam prep and marking outside student contact hours.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Five years current, and relevant, related industry experience as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) after earning the IP RSE.
• For the Millwright Foundation program, the instructor may hold a Machinist CofQ with five years’ experience as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), or Machinist after earning the IP RSE.
• The knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with students is essential.
• Supervisory experience would be an asset.
• Preference will be given to those applicants with a demonstrated record of teaching successfully.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualifications include an Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Certificate of Qualification (CofQ) with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (IP RSE).

SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

Why Join KPU?

• Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers.
• KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment.
• Hybrid environment.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan – College Pension Plan.
• Extended Medical, Dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Emergency Travel Assistance, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Teledoc.
• Vacation, Professional Development and Accountable Time.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up.
• Campus work environment, outdoor sitting areas and nearby walking trails.
• Campus athletic and fitness centers with a variety of instructor-led classes.
• Tuition waiver program – eligible to waive tuition costs of courses at KPU equivalent to 3 credits per semester.
• In-house training and development.
• Networking and social events such as KPU Day, Holiday Social etc.
• Intercampus shuttle.
• Access to automotive, horticulture, brewery and other programs’ services.
• Clubs: Jeopardy, E-sports, Ted Talks etc.
• Library and Bookstore (discounts).

Note to Applicants:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail].

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.