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: Faculty Pay Scale

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 perks, 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.

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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.

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📌 Appliance Servicing Instructor (Surrey)
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