Appliance Servicing Instructor - Competition ID: 4791

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures. As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact. We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action. Competition ID: 4791 Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled External Closing Date: Open Until Filled # of Openings: 3 Salary Information: 11 – Administrative Salary Grid - $94,443 to $138,516 Employment Type: Qualified Faculty List Workplace Type: On-Site Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required. Employee Group: Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association) Days of Work (BCGEU): Hours of Work (BCGEU): Hours per Week (BCGEU): APPLIANCE SERVICE TECHNICIAN INSTRUCTOR POSITION TYPE: QUALIFIED FACULTY LIST POSITION START: As soon as possible Faculty Overview The Appliance Service Technician program prepares students for entry into the appliance service and repair industry. Students complete all of the in-school training required for Red Seal qualifications and develop their skills through hands-on opportunities. Students also acquire a sound knowledge of common appliance systems and essential skills necessary to succeed in the industry. Position Overview The Faculty of Trades and Technology is currently seeking a Non-regular Type 1 Appliance Service Technician Instructor to provide short-term coverage in the Appliance Service Technician program which may extend from a single day to several weeks, possibly leading to a regularized contract. Part of this contract may require the delivery of the BC Provincial Appliance Service Technician Gas Certificate. More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement. Qualifications A BC Certificate of Qualification (BC TQ), or a Certificate of Qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal (IP RSE) from another jurisdiction. A BC Gas Certificate, or equivalent. A minimum of five years relevant, related, industry experience as an Appliance Service Journeyperson. Application Requirements Candidates will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check. 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. This competition is for successful candidates to be added to our Qualified Faculty List. When work in this area becomes available, the Qualified Faculty List will be drawn upon to assign work. As such, please indicate on your application your preferred workload percentage. Total Rewards As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: 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. Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards. 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 [email protected]. 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. We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The instructor provides short-term coverage and training for the Appliance Service Technician program, including the delivery of the BC Provincial Gas Certificate. They are responsible for preparing students for Red Seal qualifications through hands-on training and theoretical knowledge of appliance systems.

Candidates must possess a BC Certificate of Qualification or Interprovincial Red Seal and a BC Gas Certificate. A minimum of five years of industry experience as an Appliance Service Journeyperson is required.

• Extended Health And Dental Benefits • Healthcare Spending Account • Vacation Package • Defined Pension Plan • Parenthood Top-up • Sick Leave • Long-term Disability • Life Insurance • Professional Development Days • Tuition Waiver • In-house Training & Development • Inter-campus Transportation

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Appliance Repair
• Instructional Delivery
• Gas Certification
• Technical Training
• Curriculum Implementation
• Student Mentorship
• Industry Expertise
• Safety Compliance

• Education
• Trades

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

12 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level