Professor, Heavy Equipment

Job Number: 

J0526-0481 

Job Title: 

Professor, Heavy Equipment 

Job Type: 

Faculty Full-Time 

Job Category: 

Academic Professor in the school of Trades and Technology 

Open Positions: 

1 

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Notice of a full-time academic vacancy
We are looking for amazing! If you are dynamic and would like the opportunity to help us to be recognized as the best student-centered College in the country, then you will find it here. As a member of our team, you will help students find their passions and help them achieve their amazing. If this is you, then join us at the hub of the Great Lakes, in the traditional territory of the Anishnaabek people.

The Opportunity: Sault College is seeking a full-time professor to support delivery within our Motive Power programs, with a focus on Heavy Equipment apprenticeship training and post-secondary education. 
This role is ideal for an experienced Heavy Equipment professional who is passionate about the trade and interested in helping students develop the technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional standards needed to succeed in industry. 
As part of the School of Trades, Technology & Apprenticeship, the successful candidate will contribute to classroom, shop, and lab instruction while helping support program quality, student success, and curriculum development. 

What You'll teach

Instruction may include:
 

• Heavy equipment apprenticeship training across multiple levels
• Post-secondary Motive Power courses and shop instruction
• Heavy equipment systems, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair
• Hydraulic, electrical, drivetrain, and engine systems
• Shop safety, troubleshooting, and industry-standard work practices

Courses combine classroom instruction with applied shop and lab learning.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking individuals who:
 

• Hold a Certificate of Qualification in Heavy Equipment Tech (421A) - Red Seal
  • A Certificate of Qualification in Automotive Service Tech (310S) - Red Seal is an asset
  • A Certificate of Qualification in Truck and Coach Tech (310T) - Red Seal is an asset
• Hold a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Heavy Equipment Technician
  • Hold a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Truck and Coach Technician and/or Automotive Service Technician is an asset
• Hold a Diploma or Certificate in Heavy Equipment or equivalent post-secondary education
  • Hold a Diploma or Certificate in Truck and Coach Technician and/or Automotive Service Technician, or equivalent post-secondary education is an asset
• Have a minimum of five years of recent industry experience as a journeyperson in the Heavy Equipment trade
• Strong communication skills and instructional skills, with the ability to connect theory to practical application
• Experience mentoring or training apprentices in the workplace is an asset
• Curriculum development or instructional experience is an asset
• Experience using digital tools and learning technologies is an asset

What You'll Do:
 

• Deliver instruction in classroom, shop, and lab environments
• Demonstrate equipment, tools, and procedures safely and effectively
• Evaluate student progress through practical and theoretical assessments
• Participate in curriculum development and program improvement initiatives
• Work collaboratively with faculty, coordinators, and support teams

Why Join Sault College

This is an opportunity to bring your industry experience into the classroom and shop while helping prepare the next generation of Heavy Equipment technicians entering the trade.
You will join a hands-on trades and technology environment focused on applied learning, student success, and workforce development across Northern Ontario.

This is a full-time position, up to 44 hours/week. Pay range is $77,153 - $133,752 annually. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Sault College invites applications from all qualified individuals and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We fairly hire the best candidates based on merit.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME, COVER LETTER AND THREE REFERENCES 

We thank all applicants in advance - only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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