Automotive Service Technician Instructor

Job Title

Automotive Service Technician Instructor

Career Level

Instruction

Education

Journeyperson/Red Seal

Category

Faculty

Job Type

ASA-Full Time Sessional (804)

Job Description

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP's mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta's newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP's core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected. 

The Role

Our Transportation Department is growing and is looking for a Automotive Service Technician Instructor for our Automotive Apprenticeship Program. This is a Leave replacement position with the end date as June 30,2026 or until incumbent on leave returns. The Ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years in the trade as a red seal journeyperson, a strong interest in helping students achieve their goals and be able to share their interest in this trade with those students.

Duties include:
 

• Prepare and present classes in both theory and practical settings.
• Organize and supervise practical assignments.
• Conduct student evaluations.
• Maintain necessary paperwork.
• Participate in course development, curriculum development and recruitment activities.

What We Offer

NWP offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development & wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package and a student-centered culture that is vital to our community. 

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will be a red seal Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson with at least 5 years experience in the trade. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:
 

• Ability to apply different instructional strategies to meet the needs of students with different learning styles.
• Knowledge of NWP courses and current educational technologies commonly found in classrooms (e.g., videoconferencing, D2L) are desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• An entrepreneurial spirit, specifically one who is willing to take a risk to create opportunities.
• Highly qualified faculty, who seek to continuously improve instruction and meet the need of learners.
• Willingness to work with and support the Teaching & Learning Centre.
• Willingness to work with and support Recruitment events and projects.
• Student-focused.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically will be considered. 

Upon submission of CVs, please also include:
 

• a cover letter
• reference list
• a copy of unofficial academic transcripts
• proof of credential
• a teaching philosophy statement

Applications are to be submitted through the Northwestern Polytechnic website.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca .

Thank you for applying to NWP!

Appointment Date From:

8/14/2025

Appointment Date To:

6/30/2026

Salary Grade

Organizational Unit

Northwestern Polytechnic -> School of Skilled Trades -> Transportation Trades

Location

Fairview, AB T0H 1L0 CA (Primary)