Sprinkler System Installer Instructor – Part-Time

Special Instructions for more details.

This position will remain open until filled; however the first review of applications will begin on February 23, 2026.

Position Information

Position Title

Faculty/Instructor Profile

Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

• ★ Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.
• ★ Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.
• ★ Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

Role

Description:

As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time.

The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

Teaching: The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences.

Student Success: The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

Professional Development:

Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits: The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

Community Contributions: The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

For More Information:
Faculty Profile

The School of Trades and Technology is seeking a Sprinkler System Installer (Fire Protection) Instructor for eight (8) weeks during the spring term (May 4th 2026), to teach and develop curriculum in the Alberta Sprinkler System Installer Apprenticeship program.

Job duties will include:

• Maintain, develop and instruct the theory and shop components of the Alberta Apprenticeship program for Sprinkler System Installer
• Deliver program content in face-to-face and via virtual format
• Participate in school, department, and program committees
• Program promotion and student recruitment

Red Deer Polytechnic’s School of Trades and Technology is a multidisciplinary school committed to innovation, applied learning, and student success across a broad spectrum of programs. We are Alberta’s third-largest provider of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship training, offering 17 trades and two Engineering Technology diplomas. RDP is a major sponsor of Skills Canada Alberta and has seen many of our students excel in Skills competitions provincially, nationally, and at World Skills.

Alongside this, our Science, Computing, Engineering Technology and Culinary programs are rapidly growing, offering certificates, diplomas, university transfer options, and collaborative degrees that prepare students for careers in research, industry, health, and technology.

Our School’s strength lies in its diversity—where apprentices learn alongside future scientists, engineers, and technology professionals in state-of-the-art facilities, with access to innovation centres and cutting-edge equipment. Faculty across all disciplines prioritize excellence in teaching, industry engagement, and meaningful experiential learning opportunities. Whether in the trades, engineering technology, sciences, or computing fields, our graduates are known for being skilled, adaptable, and ready to contribute to the evolving needs of Central Alberta and beyond.

For further information contact:

Steve Walker-Duncan – Associate Dean
School of Trades and Technology
Phone:

Required Qualifications

• Alberta Journeyperson Certificate in Sprinkler System Installer
• Minimum 5 years post-Journeyperson work experience
• Intermediate level…