Job Description

BCIT's

School of Construction and the Environment

is seeking a

temporary, full-time (1.0

FTE

) Faculty, Carpentry.

We invite you to join BCIT's trades training team. We are currently seeking applications from individuals that are Red Seal certified in the Carpentry Trade and are interested in sharing their knowledge and skills with both Foundation students (future workers) and industry apprentices. If you enjoy teamwork,have an innovative approach and have a proven track record in industry, then we want to hear from you.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES

AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom instruction to apprentice, entry-level or Industry Services students. Shop and laboratory instruction and supervision. Instructional counseling, evaluation and preparation. Administrative responsibilities, including assignments, examination marking, and student evaluation. Other duties directly related to the instruction of trades and vocational programs. Curriculum maintenance and program enhancement. Input into development of modifications to workshop and instructional areas. Preparing and presenting classroom lectures; practical demonstrations, and working collectively with the Carpentry Chief Instructor.

This position is not just about teaching Carpentry and related concepts, it 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

Carpentry Certificate of Qualification and Certificate of Apprenticeship with an Inter-Provincial Red Seal endorsement. Minimum of five years' current work experience as a journeyperson on a variety of both residential and hi-rise/commercial construction as well as interior finishing.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to demonstrating superior shop and communication skills, have experience in one or more of the following areas: + Supervisory experience and an understanding of Building Envelope construction issues would be an asset.
+ Effective command of the English language - both written and oral.
+ Ability to work as part of a team and develop a collegial environment.
+ Effective interpersonal skills and a strong desire to teach.
+ Previous teaching experience is an asset.
+ Experience working with apprentices in a supervisory role.
+ Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to develop and instruct the curriculum.
+ Completion of the Provincial Instructors Diploma Program would be an asset.
+ Current computer literacy.

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,

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Salary Range

Salary Range: $78,133 - $115,805 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.


Position Details

Posting Category

Faculty

Department 2

Building Design & Const. Trades

Campus Location

Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

BCGEU Faculty

Job Status

Temporary

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Start Date

09/15/2025

Anticipated End Date

12/19/2025


Competition Information

Competition Number

25GEUF116

Competition Open Date

08/02/2025

Competition Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes