Instructor, Aircraft Structures Technician
Faculty of Trades and Technology
Location:Aerospace Campus
Job number:25-019
Position type:Various
· (1) Full-time Continuous
· (1) Sessional
Posting date:January 26, 2026
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Closing date:We will begin reviewing resumes February 2, 2026
ABOUT THE POSITION
Portage College is actively seeking skilled and motivated individuals to instruct in our program Aircraft Structures Technician program at our Aerospace Campus in Cold Lake. Responsibilities include:
· Deliver engaging theory and hands-on lab instruction to students in the Aircraft Structures Technician program.
· Develop learning materials and assessments tailored for adult learners which will include the use of various Microsoft Office programs, following college and program guidelines.
· Support student success by providing timely feedback and evaluations.
· Promote and enforce safety protocols in both classroom and lab settings, in line with Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Act.
· Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment where everyone feels valued.
· Continuously improve instructional practices to enhance student learning.
· Maintain current knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements to ensure program alignment with industry best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
· Completion of a Transport Canada-approved AME basic training program. Equivalencies may be considered.
· Licensed Aircraft Mechanic (AME-S/AME) or equivalent (e.g. Canadian Forces ACS Tech).
· Minimum of three years’ aviation maintenance experience.
· Knowledge of aircraft structures, including composite materials and painting.
· Adult teaching/tutoring experience would be considered beneficial.
· Strong communication, administrative, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
· Physically capable of performing tasks involving heavy lifting and wearing a respirator for extended periods of time.
· Strong computer skills, especially with MS Office, is essential.
· Knowledge or experience with Moodle or other Learning Management Software is an asset.
· The successful applicant will be required to provide a current criminal record check.
ABOUT PORTAGE COLLEGE
Portage College has been serving the region for 50 years and is a first-choice post-secondary institution for learners in northeast Alberta. You will find that we are a college that combines quality with innovation. In fact, Portage College is considered a leader when it comes to providing students with a flexible first-class educational experience. We offer a wide range of programs in health and wellness, business, human services, university transfer, food sciences, trades and technology, native arts and culture, and in academics for career and education.
HOW TO APPLY
Portage College is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.
If you have the right qualifications, experience and motivation to do extraordinary things at Portage College, we would love to hear from you. Email your cover letter and resume to careers@portagecollege.ca. If you have any questions, call us at 780-623-5747.
Please note we do not accept third-party resume and cover letter submissions.
The College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
