Position Overview
NAIT’s Heavy Equipment Technician program trains students to maintain, repair and overhaul heavy vehicles and industrial equipment, both towed and self‑propelled. The temporary position will end on or before June 30, 2027, with a possibility of extension and may be used to fill multiple positions. The successful candidate will be an energetic, empathetic, and student‑focused instructor who motivates learners and supports academic achievement. They will bring solid communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills and proven experience delivering adult education in a postsecondary or skills‑based learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in a classroom, laboratory and industry setting

Participate in curriculum development, program reviews and course reviews

Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure effective and effective delivery of course materials

Manage instructional delivery and set the tone and climate for a safe and effective learning environment

Create assessment tools to evaluate the learning process and maintain progress records

Provide ongoing coaching and tutoring for students to maximize student success and retention and respond to student issues

Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions

Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students,



colleagues and industry partners

Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement

Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities

Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities

Strong ability to collaborate as a team player, contributing positively as a member of an academic team

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating a respectful, supportive, and effective approach in interactions with faculty, staff, and students

Ability to manage competing priorities and support multiple tasks in a fast‑paced academic environment

Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and contribute to ongoing process improvement efforts

Qualifications

High School Diploma

Completion of Alberta Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson ticket or provincial equivalent required

Inter‑Provincial Red Seal preferred

Minimum 5 years recent industry experience after completion of Journeyperson ticket

Additional relevant post‑secondary education and/or professional development training is an asset

Teaching experience an asset

Remuneration
Salary range: $69,189.78 – $120,361.23 plus a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.

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📌 Temporary Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technician (Alberta)
🏢 NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)
📍 Alberta