About the Role
The Professor, Plumbing Apprenticeship and Plumbing Techniques is responsible for providing academic leadership and developing an effective, learning-centered environment for students through curriculum design and delivery within the School of Apprenticeship and Skilled Trades. The professor will teach courses to students in the Plumbing Techniques Certificate Program and the 306A Plumber Apprenticeship Program, as well as other diploma, certificate, and apprenticeship-level courses.
Responsibilities
- Providing academic leadership.
- Developing an effective, learning-centered environment for students.
- Designing and delivering curriculum.
- Teaching courses to students in the Plumbing Techniques Certificate Program and the 306A Plumber Apprenticeship Program.
- Teaching other diploma, certificate, and apprenticeship-level courses when required.
Requirements
- A Certificate of Qualification in the Plumber (306A) trade is required.
- A Certificate of Apprenticeship in the Plumber (306A) trade is required.
- Minimum of five (5) full-time years of relevant industry experience as a Journeyperson Plumber in the construction field.
- Experience in a variety of plumbing installations within Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional (ICI) sectors.
- Experience with plumbing systems, fixtures, drainage, venting, water distribution, hydronic systems, and related piping systems.
- Ability to design, facilitate and assess learning in accordance with adult learning principles and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
- Candidates seeking full-time faculty positions must demonstrate the ability to design, facilitate and assess learning in accordance with adult learning principles and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
Skills
- Thorough knowledge of plumbing theory, system design, installation practices, maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Proven ability to teach all Plumbing Apprenticeship trade school curriculum topics in both classroom and lab/shop settings.
- Knowledge and experience with residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional plumbing systems, current materials, tools, equipment, and industry practices.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plumbing blueprints, specifications, schematics, and related technical documentation.
- In-depth knowledge and experience interpreting and applying the Ontario Building Code, the Ontario Plumbing Code, and other applicable industry standards and regulations.
- Thorough understanding of piping systems, pumps, water treatment systems, hydronic heating systems, backflow prevention, and plumbing fixtures and appliances.
- Ability to set up and operate specialized and standard testing equipment to diagnose, test, and analyze plumbing system performance.
- Experience with blueprint reading, estimating, system commissioning, preventive maintenance, and sustainable plumbing technologies.
- Experience with advanced learning technologies, including online delivery platforms (e.g., Blackboard Learn, D2L Brightspace, or equivalent).
- Ability to convey both conceptual and practical aspects of plumbing systems and installations to students while respecting their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and lifelong learning.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to upholding the College’s priorities regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Location
- 160 Kendal Avenue
Work Type
- Full Time Faculty
Experience Level
- Minimum of five (5) full-time years of relevant industry experience as a Journeyperson Plumber in the construction field.
Education Level
- A Certificate of Qualification in the Plumber (306A) trade.
- A Certificate of Apprenticeship in the Plumber (306A) trade.
Salary/Compensations
- Faculty Salary Scale
Benefits
- Competitive pension plan
- Generous holiday and vacation time
- Tuition assistance program
- Discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses
About the Company
- George Brown Polytechnic prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto.
- Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a great place to work.
- See why we are consistently ranked as one of GTA’s top employers.
- George Brown Polytechnic offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.
Equal Opportunity
- George Brown Polytechnic is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment.
- We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.
- George Brown Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
