Salary: As per College Policy
Contract Period: Fall 2026 with potential for review

Centennial College recognizes and affirms Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Indigenous ways of knowing as central to the vibrancy and uniqueness of its learning and working academic mission. We strongly encourage applications from members of Indigenous communities and all equity-deserving groups including Women, Racialized, Persons with Disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto. We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

Position Summary
Centennial College is seeking a Part-Time Small Engine Repair Instructor to deliver practical, hands-on training in the Small Engine Repair (CESD-933) course. The successful candidate will facilitate engaging evening classes and support adult learners in developing applied technical skills in a shop/lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-class and lab-based instruction in small engine repair and maintenance
• Teach fundamentals of two- and four-stroke engine operation
• Supervise hands-on diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of gas-powered equipment
• Demonstrate safe use of tools, equipment, and shop practices
• Support student troubleshooting of fuel, ignition, and electrical systems
• Evaluate student progress and maintain attendance and grading records
• Prepare lesson plans aligned with course learning outcomes Maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment

Qualifications/Experience

• Proven experience in small engine repair (e.g., lawn equipment, generators)

• Strong knowledge of two- and four-stroke engines

• Experience with fuel systems, carburetion, ignition, and electrical diagnostics

• Teaching or training experience with adult learners (preferred)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Relevant trade certification or equivalent experience (asset)

Apply online: www.centennialcollege.ca/careers

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and must be submitted online by May 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J0426-1071. Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).