City : Surrey, BC

Category : 8725-Electrical

Industry : Education

Employer : Kwantlen Polytechnic University - KPU

ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTOR 

POSITION TYPE: NR1

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 and Technology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University isn't your average trade school. KPU is the place where thought meets action, so all our trades programs and courses integrate theory with practical hands-on training.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Faculty of Trades & Technology is currently seeking a Non-Regular (contract) Electrical Construction instructor to provide short-term delivery of entry level and apprenticeship training, which may extend from a single day to several weeks.

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum qualifications include a BC 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 an Industrial or 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 and two (2) or more years’ supervisory or administrative experience.

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

SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

Why Join KPU?

• Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers  
• KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment
• Hybrid environment
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan – College Pension Plan
• Extended Medical, Dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Emergency Travel Assistance, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Teledoc
• Vacation, Professional Development and Accountable Time 
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Campus work environment, outdoor sitting areas and nearby walking trails
• Campus athletic and fitness centers with a variety of instructor-led classes
• Tuition waiver program – eligible to waive tuition costs of courses at KPU equivalent to 3 credits per semester
• Inhouse training and development
• Networking and social events such as KPU Day, Holiday Social etc.
• Intercampus shuttle
• Access to automotive, horticulture, brewery and other programs’ services
• Clubs: Jeopardy, E-sports, Ted Talks etc.
• Library and Bookstore (discounts)  

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.

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.