Faculty, Electrical

Position Summary BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Faculty, Electrical. BCIT is one of the leading Electrical Training Centres in North America. The Electrical Trades program is delivered by a dynamic, fast-growing, team oriented department, which is currently accepting applications for regular, full-time Instructors in our Construction and Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship and Electrical Foundation programs. There are several opportunities that would provide an individual with a challenging and rewarding career which could lead to long term employment. If you want to share your knowledge, enjoy teamwork, have an innovative approach, and proven track record in industry, we invite you to apply.Please note: This opportunity does have the potential of leading to full-time employment once the successful candidate has successfully completed a probationary period. Initial contract is for 3 months. Duties & Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Instruction to apprenticeship including Construction Electrician and Industrial Electrician, Electrical Foundation, and/or part-time/industry service students Preparing and presenting classroom lectures Shop and lab instruction Instructional counseling and evaluation Administrative responsibilities, including examination marking, and student evaluation, curriculum development and program enhancement Administrative processes required to ensure appropriate resources are in place to deliver training Input into development of modifications to workshop and instructional areas. Other duties directly related to the instruction of trades and vocational programs; Working collectively with the Electrical Trades Department Head The position is not just about teaching electrical concepts. It also requires a person willing to: Motivate students to learn, Teach employability skills and assist with time management, and Spend the extra effort with students who are struggling, and challenge the students who are excelling. A commitment to teaching excellence and preparation of outstanding graduates is foremost. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: BC Trades Certificate of Qualification with Inter-Provincial Red Seal in Construction Electrician and/or Industrial Electrician A minimum of five years’ current work experience as a journeyperson Must have supervisory experience Previous teaching experience is an asset Experience with programming and troubleshooting programable logic controllers PLC is an asset Experience with electronics, instrumentation and motor control preferred Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to instruct the entire curriculum from Foundation to Level 4 Effective interpersonal skills and a strong desire to teach Experience working with apprentices in a supervisory role Effective command of the English language, both written and oral Field Safety Representative (FSR) certification would be preferred Completion of the Provincial Instructors Diploma Program preferred A proven record of professional development to stay current with new technologies and industry practices and a strong desire to maintain this currency. Good hands-on skills and experience maintaining and repairing electrical equipment Software/Computer Application(s) and Expertise – Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office applications, and internet applications, with particular emphasis on the ability to use spreadsheets and adobe applications. Additional Information Benefits – Why you’d love working with us Competitive pay Minimum of forty-six days of annual leave prorated per year. Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions Professional Development funds and resources Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge Wellness and Employee Assistance programs Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire. The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).