Welding Instructor

Northwestern Polytechnic; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Polytechnic in Grande Prairie is seeking Welding Instructors for the Apprenticeship program. This is a full-time, sessional position.

The role starts November 2, 2026 and ends June 30, 2027, offering opportunities to teach and mentor students in a dynamic post-secondary setting.

Candidates should hold Journeyperson/Red Seal certification with preferred five years’ experience and strong classroom and workshop leadership.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson/Red Seal certification required.
• Preferred minimum five years’ Journeyperson experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• The School of Skilled Trades Grande Prairie is seeking Welding Instructors for the Apprenticeship program.
• This is a full-time, sessional position starting November 2, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational and multi-tasking

Excellent communication and teamwork

Education

Journeyperson/Red Seal

Job description

Job Title

Welding Instructor

Education

Journeyperson/Red Seal

Job Type

ASA-Full Time Sessional (804)

Job Description

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration.

Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees.

We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day.

While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

The Role

The School of Skilled Trades Grande Prairie is seeking Welding Instructors for the Apprenticeship program. This is a full-time, sessional position starting November 2, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have a Journeyperson/Red Seal certification in the related trade with a preferred minimum of five years’ experience as a Journeyperson. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;


• strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;


• an entrepreneurial spirit, specifically one who is willing to take a risk to create opportunities;


• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;


• ability to build strong relationships across the organization; and


• a high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability.

Northwestern Polytechnic -> School of Skilled Trades - Grande Prairie