Instructor, Heavy Equipment Operator

Job summary

The instructor is responsible for delivering HEO programs, focusing on hands-on skill development in the field and theoretical instruction in the classroom. They must manage student progress, maintain shop discipline, and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Job details

Established in 1976, the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our ten Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career. Nature and Scope Instructors report directly to their applicable coordinator and are located across the province of Saskatchewan in various educational settings. The incumbent instructs SIIT students in the classroom, laboratory or shop environments and assists during consultation hours. As an employee of SIIT, positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission and mandate. General Accountability Responsibilities As the educational leader in the classroom, the Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. This program is designed to provide training in the operation of heavy equipment, routine maintenance of machinery and practical field operations of excavating, land clearing, grading and road building as well as safe operating techniques specific to each machine. The HEO program concentrates on hands-on skill development with approximately 80% of the program spent in the field and on the machines, and 20% in the classroom. This position is to organize and implement instructional activities which create a learning environment that guides and provides the greatest opportunity for student success. This includes the following broad range of accountabilities: Deliver courses relating to: safety, maintenance, and a variety of HEO fundamentals Complete all course-required materials including attendance records and course evaluations Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures Maintain classroom and shop discipline and, if necessary, recommend action to applicable supervisor regarding student behavior, including formal student disciplinary action Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures Required Competencies: Flexible & Adaptable; Effective Communication; Relationship Building; Results Oriented; Student Focus; Communication (Instructional); Knowledge & Expertise; Teamwork Required Qualifications and Experience: Extensive knowledge and work experience in Heavy Equipment Operating. Knowledge of First Nations culture and organizations, and prior experience teaching First Nations Adults are considered assets. An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset. First Aid and CPR certification considered an asset. As this position is considered safety sensitive, the incumbent will be subject to testing as per SIIT's Alcohol and Substances policy. Term Dates: September 21, 2026 to December 7, 2026

What you’ll do

The instructor is responsible for delivering HEO programs, focusing on hands-on skill development in the field and theoretical instruction in the classroom. They must manage student progress, maintain shop discipline, and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have extensive knowledge and work experience in heavy equipment operation. Knowledge of First Nations culture, experience teaching adults, and First Aid/CPR certifications are considered assets.

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Instructional Communication
• Curriculum Delivery
• Student Evaluation
• Adult Learning Theories
• Safety Training
• Machinery Maintenance
• Relationship Building
• Classroom Management
• First Aid
• CPR

Job areas

• Education
• Trades
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Security & Safety