Instructor, Refrigeration Mechanic Apprenticeship

Where tools and tech meet talent and tenacity, School of Construction equips learners to lay the foundation for a future in the Canadian construction industry. Join an innovative team that values teaching excellence, hands‑on learning and industry collaboration.

The Opportunity
Job classification:
Instructor

Salary range: $86,259 - $102,963. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 43 days vacation per year

Position start date:
August 4, 2026

Position end date:
June 30, 2027

Final date to receive applications: 4:00PM, June 15, 2026

As an instructor at SAIT, you will help shape the future of the skilled trades by creating a supportive, engaging, and hands‑on learning environment for apprentices. Using existing curriculum resources and diverse instructional strategies, you’ll foster technical skill development and personal growth in our learners.

You’ll also benefit from comprehensive onboarding, ongoing mentorship, and year‑round instructor development programs to support your transition into teaching and continuous growth as an educator.

Note:

SAIT, as a post‑secondary institution, serves a diverse student population. Therefore, instructional duties may occasionally be required during early mornings, evenings, and weekends. If selected, specific scheduling arrangements will be discussed between you and the leader.

How you’ll contribute

Deliver engaging, practical instruction across all years of the Refrigeration Mechanic apprenticeship program

Develop and adapt teaching materials, learning activities, and assessments to promote student success

Provide constructive feedback, guidance, and support to learners to help them meet apprenticeship outcomes

Participate in departmental activities such as SAIT Open House and promotional events

Collaborate with faculty and staff to foster a collegial, team‑oriented environment

What you bring

Alberta Journeyperson Certificate and Red Seal in Refrigeration (required)

Minimum of five years of experience in the trade, ideally across diverse service and installation environments

Dual certification (Gasfitter A/B or Electrician) is a strong asset

Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

Comfort with Microsoft Office and presentation tools

Experience with adult learners or on‑the‑job training is a plus — and support is available for those new to teaching

A collaborative spirit and commitment to professional ethics and student success

Benefits

Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported

Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to Linked In Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

Excellent dining options on campus

We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and people with intersectional identities. We also welcome applications from people with gender and sexually diverse communities. Learn more about community and belonging at SAIT.

All applications are reviewed with honour, and decisions will be communicated to all candidates.

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