CE - Industrial Equipment Operator Instructor

Term of App't: Not to exceed a maximum of 40 hrs/wk

Start date: To be determined, based on demand

Reporting to: Dean of Continuing Education

Salary: Wages will be determined upon hire.

Northern Lights College is seeking enthusiastic and experienced operators who are willing to share their knowledge and experience with our students, making a meaningful impact in the local community. We are searching for 2 – 6 individuals who would like to teach Skid Steer, Forklift, Loader and Scissorlift/platform certification courses at our campus. Instructors will be based out of Dawson Creek and Fort John and travel to other NLC Campuses within our Region.

This is an exciting opportunity to share your industry knowledge and help students gain valuable skills for the workforce.

There is responsibility to maintain and submit grade assignments, exams, and grading sheets to the Program Coordinator, and to communicate on any issue related to student participation or course delivery.

For the successful candidates, we will offer the Comprehensive Train the Trainer program to ensure you’re prepared to succeed. The training is scheduled for March 23‑27th at the Dawson Creek campus and dates are non‑negotiable.

Required:

• Current certification for the operation of the equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years of related industry work experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in teaching or training in an organization.
• The ability to be an effective and positive team member is essential.
• Have a strong commitment to customer service and student motivation and success.
• Current and valid Drivers License.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations specific to the equipment listed, for BC and Alberta.

Preferred:

• Current certification for the operation of the equipment.
• Additional training certifications, such as Safety Training or First Aid Certification.
• Completion of the Provincial Instructors Diploma Program (PIDP) or equivalent in training is an asset.
• Experience working with Microsoft 365, computer systems and basic troubleshooting.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with NLC, however; only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at Northern Lights College.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous Peoples' representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self‑identify as Indigenous—First Nation, Metis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.