Are you a seasoned Powerline Technician with a passion for sharing your knowledge and shaping the future of the trade? We're looking for a dedicated and skilled professional to join our team as a Powerline Technician Instructor. In this exciting role, you'll leverage your hands-on experience in installing and maintaining electrical and communications lines and related transmission and distribution equipment, operating digger derrick and bucket trucks, and applying strong mechanical skills to train and inspire the next generation of line workers. If you're safety-focused, solutions-oriented, and driven by a commitment to excellence, this is your chance to make a lasting impact—both in the classroom and in the industry.

The role of the Instructor will be to:

• Facilitate learning to students and deliver theory and practical components of all courses outlined in Level I (Pre-Employment) of the Plan of Training of the Powerline Technician trade.
• Incorporate their own teaching style to existing lesson plans while meeting the learning objectives of the course material.
• Work with other faculty members to ensure a coordinated and consistent teaching approach to ensure the planned curriculum for each course is delivered.
• Prepare and implement various instructional strategies, techniques, and learning modules using an approved curriculum to achieve specified learning outcomes.
• Utilize and advocate for the use of technology to advance teaching and learning.
• Establish student performance objectives and evaluation methods.
• Administer various assessments.
• Meet with students regularly to gauge and evaluate progress.
• Set a professional example and communicate effectively at a level appropriate to the ability of students and provide an emotionally safe learning environment that is conducive to learning.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management following college policies and procedures.
• Identify and resolve problem areas in learning.
• Provide academic advising to students.
• Participate in professional development activities, maintain currency, and strive for excellence in instructional practices and the trade.
• Actively participate in and contribute to accreditation activities to ensure the program is of the highest standard.
• Instructors may also be required to prepare learner performance reports and prior learning assessments as required by the Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills as well as other related duties consistent with maintaining quality student-centered instruction.

For additional information on the Powerline Technician Instructional Plans of Training, please visit the following website: https://www.gov.nl.ca/atcd/designated-trades/pots-aacs/plans-of-training-pot/

Screening Criteria

• Completion of Interprovincial Journeyperson Certification in Powerline Technician (Operating).
• Minimum of six years combined apprenticeship training and recent related trade specific industry experience.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of powerline work concepts.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in the powerline industry.
• Proficiency with technology.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and engage students by using real-life examples to enhance understanding.
• Organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs of students.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with other faculty and staff.
• Ability to foster and deliver a positive student learning experience.
• Professionalism.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
• Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

• Acknowledges the requirement for participating in ongoing training and professional development, including the completion of courses required for Post-Secondary Instructor Certification (www.gov.nl.ca/educational/post-secondary-education/post-secondary-instructor-certification/) as specified for instructors.
• Acknowledges the requirement for maintaining applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
• Acknowledges that courses may be assigned outside the instructor’s regular area of instruction based on their qualifications.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Happy Valley-Goose Bay Campus.
• This competition will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed continuously.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Ashley Budgell, Selection Board Chair, by email at ashley.budgell@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,742.00-$109,040.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Interprovincial Journeyperson in Powerline Technician? (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-12

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,742.00-$109,040.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

• Interprovincial Journeyperson in Powerline Technician (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-12