Vocational Instructor - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic (On-Call)

Vocational Instructor - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic (On-Call)

Okanagan College hires the best-qualified candidates for its positions. Selections for bargaining unit positions are conducted in accordance with the provisions of the appropriate Collective Agreement. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of a Vocational Instructor include continuing excellence in one’s field, instructional and professional duties, professional development and service.

Instructional Duties

• Instructional (teaching assignments)
• Course and program preparation and revision
• Student contact
• Student advising
• Evaluation and marking of student work
• Other functions related to instruction

Professional Duties

• Curriculum development
• Student registration
• Pre-registration duties

Service Duties

• School visitations
• Participation on OC committees
• Attendance at articulation meetings
• Representing OC at other functions
• Administrative and other duties

Professional development activity that is intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence, and technical competence in the area of professional or instructional expertise.

Education and Experience

1. Successful completion of a related apprenticeship program and a Certificate of Apprenticeship with an Interprovincial endorsement.
2. An undergraduate degree and post secondary teaching experience are preferred; however, applicants with an equivalent combination of teaching and work experience may be considered.
3. An Instructor’s Diploma or valid BC Teacher’s Certificate appropriate to the instructional assignment is preferred, and will be required following appointment in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
4. Six to ten years recent relevant experience.

Skills and Abilities

Candidates must be committed to a team approach, demonstrate good written and oral English and have good interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have an exceptional teaching record with demonstrated learner-centred teaching philosophy. Successful applicants will be an integral part of the team that will help Okanagan College realize the promise of a world-class college. Candidates will be comfortable in a computerized environment and demonstrate knowledge of programs relevant to their discipline. The successful applicant will be able to encourage communication between students and faculty.

Preferred Qualifications

• Gasfitter B License
• Red Seal Gasfitter

Desired Start Date

02/02/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

06/30/2026

Schedule

Given on-call nature of position, schedule and frequency of instruction may vary. Program is taught primarily at the Penticton campus but may be offered at the Vernon campus as well.

Typical Instructional Day

7.5 hours per day.

Typical Instructional Week

Four days and would not exceed 30 hours.

Initial On-Call Contract

Setup until Jun 30, 2026 but is not a guarantee of work for the entire contract period.

Compensation

Salary range $71,846 to $115,129 annually; normal starting salary between $78,872 and $85, 897 annually, dependent on relevant education and experience.

Appointment Type

Vocational - Substitute

Inclusion Statement

Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca .