City : Surrey, BC

Category : 8511-Carpentry

Industry : Education

Employer : Kwantlen Polytechnic University - KPU

CARPENTRY/BUILDING CONSTRUCTION INSTRUCTOR – Competition ID: 2185

POSITION TYPE: NR1
POSITION START: February 1, 2023

KPU proudly 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.  

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

The Faculty of Trades & Technology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University is currently seeking a Non-Regular Type 1 (contract) Carpentry/Building Construction instructor to provide short-term delivery of entry level and apprenticeship training, which may extend from a single day to several weeks. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This Carpentry/Building Construction training is on campus at KPU Tech. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum qualifications include a subsisting BC Carpenter Certificate of Qualification (BC TQ), (Red Seal preferred), or a Certificate of Qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (IP RSE) from another jurisdiction.
• A minimum of five years current industry experience as a Carpentry/Building Construction Journeyperson. 
• Also required is the knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with students. 
• Preference will be given to those applicants with a demonstrated record of teaching successfully, current carpentry skills and five (5) years supervisory or administrative experience. Contract consideration may be subject to a practical assessment.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates are asked to submit:
BC Certificate of Qualification (BC TQ), (Red Seal preferred), or a Certificate of Qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (IP RSE) from another jurisdiction

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 humanresources@kpu.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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.