Continuous Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technician# NAIT Careers## Continuous Instructor, Heavy Equipment TechnicianApply: Onsite: Main Campus: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 3, 2026 (30 days left to apply): JR101008Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT?At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.
If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a brighter future – together.Important Application Deadline NoticeApplications must be submitted by 11:59pm MST on the day before the posting end date shown above, as Workday automatically closes postings at that time. Internal NAIT EmployeesCurrent NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity. To be considered, please submit your application through the NAIT Jobs Hub rather than the external career site. # About the Opportunity NAIT's Heavy Equipment Technician program trains students to maintain, repair and overhaul heavy vehicles and industrial equipment, both towed and self-propelled. The heavy equipment industry is very diverse, and typically apprentices specialize in a certain field of repair. The successful candidate for this role will be an energetic, empathetic, and student focused instructor with a demonstrated commitment to motivating learners and supporting academic achievement. They will bring strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with proven experience delivering adult education in a postsecondary or skills-based learning environment. Proficiency with a variety of computer programs and systems,



as well as the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, is essential. The successful candidate will also possess solid and relevant industry experience and will be committed to championing student success through academic excellence. Responsibilities include curriculum development and instructional delivery; assessment, evaluation, and maintenance of student progress and academic records; and active participation in student support services and program operational activities.

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
* OPET (Outdoor Power Equipment Technician) Certification 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. Classification – Instructor *This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement.
* Remuneration: Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Will commensurate with education and experience. Note: starting salary for new instructor hires average mid-range based on education and experience. The compensation range for this job posting is : $71,265.47
- $123,972.06Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada shoul

📌 Continuous Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technician (Edmonton)
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