Professor, Elevating Device Mechanic - Part Time

Mohawk College; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Ontario is seeking a part-time professor for the Elevating Device Mechanic program. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical troubleshooting for elevator control systems and a minimum of five years relevant experience. Additionally, prior teaching experience is preferred. The role emphasizes creating a positive learning environment and includes various responsibilities related to curriculum delivery and evaluation. The college is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in its workforce.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Defined Benefit pension plan

Discounted rate for athletic facility

Wellness events and activities

Qualifications

• Five years of industry work experience as a mechanic required.
• Prior teaching experience in post-secondary or apprenticeship preferred.
• Understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.

Responsibilities

• Teach theory and practical application of elevator control systems.
• Create a positive, student-centered learning environment.
• Evaluate student achievement and develop learning resources.

Skills

Elevating Device Mechanic – EDM-A Certificate

Industry work experience as a certified mechanic

Adult Education teaching certificate

Understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion

Effective communication with diverse communities

Education

Minimum of five years of industry work experience

Job description

Professor, Elevating Device Mechanic - Part Time

Status: Part Time

Hours: Teaching is normally scheduled between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm, Monday – Friday

Home Campus: Stoney Creek

Rate of Pay: Upon hire, Human Resources will conduct a rate calculation based on completed education and work experience to determine your start rate

Posting Date: December 3rd, 2025

Closing Date: December 19th, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators, we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community.

The Electrical, Transportation & Innovation department of the Mohawk College Marshall School of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship requires a part-time professor to teach in the elevating device mechanical department in any number of courses and program areas. This upcoming winter we are in particular seeking a specialist in electrical troubleshooting of all vintages of elevator control systems.

Under the direction of the Associate Dean, Professors in this department are responsible for providing academic leadership for developing an effective learning environment.

What you’ll be doing:

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Teaching theory and practical application components.
• Creating a positive and innovative student-centered learning environment in both the classroom and laboratory settings.
• Using a variety of teaching strategies most appropriate for the curriculum for both postsecondary and apprenticeship.
• Using a variety of techniques to evaluate student achievement of learning outcomes.
• Managing the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience and student success.
• Evaluating, revising and developing learning resources within the program.
• Enhancing educational delivery and experiences through the use of technology to facilitate student learning.
• Applying college values and philosophy to work activities and interaction with others.
• Using the college’s Learning Management System to present curriculum, testing and online activities.

Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Elevating Device Mechanic – EDM-A Certificate.
• A minimum of five years of industry work experience as a certified mechanic.
• Prior teaching in post-secondary, apprenticeship and/or in the field experience is considered an asset.
• Adult Education teaching certificate - preferred not required.
• Learner-centred approach and to assist in the development and application of alternate delivery methods.
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• The ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse students, employees, and communities.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to gain experience and build relationships at a Hamilton/Niagara Top Employer.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Option to enroll in Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College.
• Discounted rate for full-service athletic facility and instructor-led classes.
• Opportunities to engage in wellness events and activities.

To find out more about working at Mohawk College, including our Employee Value Proposition, please visit https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/about-mohawk/careers-at-mohawk

We are committed to reconciliation and nurturing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The College is committed to fostering inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

To learn more about Mohawk College’s commitments, please visit the Mohawk College strategic plan webpage: https://www.strategicplan.mohawkcollege.ca/