Instructor- Heavy Mechanical Instructor

Job description and duties

Internal

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Terrace campus, invites applications for a regular Instructor for the Heavy Mechanical Foundation program. The appointment will commence on August 25, 2025. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor salary scale, ranging from $37.55 to $66.37.

CMTN is dedicated to employment equity and diversity by providing a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming. It is our aim to reflect the diversity found in our unique region throughout CMTN’s workforce.

Our team is committed to Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Internationalization. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.

Duties:  The instructor facilitates learning and is responsible for ensuring student success in the Heavy Mechanical Foundation Program.  This includes course preparation, teaching and guiding students, providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction. In addition, the instructor will oversee and ensure shop safety, complete the related administrative, record keeping and monitoring activities as well as other related duties as required to teach the program.

Qualifications

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (HDET) or Truck and Transport Mechanic (TTM) with a Journeyperson Certification with the Red Seal (Interprovincial) endorsement and Grade 12 or equivalent. Experience should include a minimum of 5 years varied and recent field experience as a HDET or TTM Journeyperson. A Provincial Instructor’s Diploma or other relevant teaching certification and experience are preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Require skills/abilities include:

  • Excellent organizational, communication and facilitation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to ensure a safe working environment and safe work practices
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and accurately in a collaborative team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to provide a motivational learning environment
  • Intermediate computer skills (MS Office, email, internet)
  • Knowledge and enthusiasm for the characteristics of our strategic plan (adventurous, transformative, and integrity) with the demonstrated ability to apply them to teaching

Application information

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter (quoting competition #25.039B) outlining how your background and experience will enable you to become a successful educator along with an updated resume to Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Closing date
June 18, 2025
Competition number
25.039B
Job status
Open
Posting type
Faculty
Audience
Internal BCGEU Faculty
Department
  • Trades
Campuses
  • Terrace