Relief Instructor, Welding

Vancouver Island University; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island University is seeking a skilled Welding Instructor to teach and assess students in both theory and practical skills according to CWB and ASME standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive welding experience, classroom management skills, and a commitment to fostering a diverse learning environment. Successful applicants will enjoy a supportive academic community with various benefits including professional development and a comprehensive wellness program.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Ample paid holiday time

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Well-being initiatives and services

Strategic discounts

Flexible work opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years extensive welding experience in industrial settings.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Teach theory and practical skills for arc and gas welding processes.
• Prepare course material, maintain student evaluations and grading.
• Promote safety standards and manage classroom effectively.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teaching Adults

Classroom Management

Energy and Enthusiasm

Education

Welder Certificate with Red Seal endorsement

Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Duties:

• Teach and demonstrate all aspects of theory and practical skills for both arc and gas welding processes required for the Welding Programs, including testing to Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) standards and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards.
• Ensure program standards are maintained, prepare and develop course material as appropriate, maintain and submit student evaluation and grading.
• Work in a team approach to deliver both classroom and practical objectives in shop operations while promoting safety standards as a priority.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success through ongoing professional training, subject currency, and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support, institutional, faculty and department committees, meetings and other initiatives, and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

Welder Certificate with Red Seal endorsement. PWP7 and PWP10 tickets (or equivalent), with GTAW/FCAW, SMAW/GMAW and fabrication experience. Extensive welding experience (minimum 5 years) in an industrial setting. Must have diverse industry experience including code work such as shop fabrication, heavy construction, and maintenance /repair (ASME or CSW W59). Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent (if in progress, to be completed within two years).

• Demonstrated high level of communication (written and verbal) and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team that includes administration, instructors and support staff.
• Familiarity with, and demonstrated skills, in teaching adults.
• Proven ability in classroom management.
• A high level of energy and enthusiasm is essential.
• Proven positive interpersonal skills in dealing with students. Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment.
• Successful candidates will be responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds and learning styles.
• Must be willing to successfully complete a practical assessment to be coordinated by Vancouver Island University to determine competence to CWB and ASME standards.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record (as specified in Vancouver Island University policy and procedures).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Level A Welding Certification or equivalent. Welder Fabricator Certification. CWB Level 1 Inspector Certification.
• CWB Welding Supervisor Certification.
• Previous successful teaching experience in post-secondary environment.
• Familiarity with Vancouver Island University programs, policies and procedures and familiarity with the BC welding training system.
• Some supervisory experience.
• Valid Forklift certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

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.