Relief Instructor, Heavy Equipment Operator Program

Vancouver Island University; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Pension plan

Flexible work opportunities

Job summary

Vancouver Island University (VIU) invites applications for a Heavy Equipment Instructor to teach both the theory and hands-on components of the heavy equipment program. You will ensure program standards and assess student learning, providing timely feedback and grades.

You will join an instructional team to deliver integrated classroom and practical sessions while supporting students beyond the classroom and contributing to department initiatives at VIU.

Qualifications

• Seven years' recent experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Strong mechanical background.
• Operate and maintain at least four pieces of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations and BC Construction Best Practices.
• Familiarity with teaching adults.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using MS Office tools.
• Experience with Heavy Equipment GPS systems.
• Energetic and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to adapt to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
• Occupational First Aid Level 2 certification.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Teach the theory and practical skills required to operate and maintain heavy equipment.
• Ensure program standards are maintained and student evaluation and grading are completed.
• Collaborate with an instructional team to deliver classroom and practical instruction to meet learning objectives.
• Participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teaching adults

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

GPS systems

Diversity awareness

Safety mindset

Education

First Aid Level 2

Class 5 BC Driver's License

Class 1 BC Driver's License (preferred)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Heavy Equipment GPS systems

Job description

Duties:

Teach all aspects of the theory and practical skills required to operate and maintain heavy equipment. Ensure program standards are maintained. Student evaluation and grading will be required. Work within an instructional team to deliver both classroom and practical instruction to meet student learning objectives.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of seven years' recent directly related experience working in the trade as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• A strong mechanical background.
• Ability to operate and maintain at least four pieces of Heavy Equipment customarily used in Civil and Heavy Construction industry.
• Knowledge of current WorkSafe BC regulations and BC Construction 'Best Practices'.
• Familiarity with and demonstrated skills in teaching adults.
• Excellent communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with and demonstrated skills using computer programs (word, excel, power point, outlook).
• Familiarity with and demonstrated skills using Heavy Equipment GPS systems.
• A high level of energy and enthusiasm is essential.
• Successful candidates will be responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds and learning styles.
• Must be certified for Occupational First Aid Level 2.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience.
• Experience in operating and maintaining heavy equipment relevant to the forest harvesting industry.
• Familiarity with and demonstrated skills using Heavy Equipment Simulator systems.
• Valid Class 1 BC Drivers' License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.