Faculty, Electrical

Role overview

Duties and responsibilities

• Teach Construction Electrician and Industrial Electrician apprentices, Electrical Foundation students, and/or part-time or industry-service students.
• Prepare and present classroom lectures and shop and lab instruction; provide instructional counselling and evaluate students.
• Mark examinations, develop curriculum, enhance programs, and coordinate resources required for training.
• Contribute to modifications of workshop and instructional areas and work collectively with the Electrical Trades Department Head.
• Motivate students, teach employability and time-management skills, support students who are struggling, and challenge students who are excelling.

Qualifications

• BC Trades Certificate of Qualification with Inter-Provincial Red Seal in Construction Electrician and/or Industrial Electrician.
• At least five years of current journeyperson experience and supervisory experience, including supervising apprentices.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct the curriculum from Foundation to Level 4; effective interpersonal skills and a strong desire to teach.
• Effective written and spoken English; hands-on skills and experience maintaining and repairing electrical equipment.
• Demonstrated Microsoft Office, spreadsheet, internet, and Adobe application skills.
• Flexibility to work outside standard daytime hours, including possible afternoon shifts.

Preferred experience and credentials

• Previous teaching experience is an asset; PLC programming and troubleshooting experience is an asset.
• Experience with electronics, instrumentation, and motor control is preferred.
• Field Safety Representative certification and completion of the Provincial Instructors Diploma Program are preferred.
• Maintain professional development and currency with new technologies and industry practices.

Compensation

• Salary range is $82,891–$122,857 per annum, prorated based on appointment percentage and term.

Benefits

• Benefits may include prorated annual vacation, health and dental coverage, pension, professional development resources, courses, wellness programs, and fitness-centre access; eligibility and benefits vary by employee group and appointment.