At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach hands-on heavy equipment operation and safety in a dynamic learning environment.
- Company: Yukon University, a leader in innovative education and training.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, state-of-the-art facilities, and a chance to shape future operators.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace valuing diversity; preference for Indigenous applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by training the next generation of heavy equipment operators.
- Qualifications: 8+ years of heavy equipment experience and a Class 5 licence required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 $ per year.
Instructor – Heavy Equipment Rural Operator Program (Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining, CNIM)
Term: April 24, 2026 – March 31, 2027 (casual position); Salary commensurate with experience.
Overview
Yukon University seeks an Instructor/Coordinator to deliver Heavy Equipment Rural Operator Programming in Whitehorse and Yukon communities.
CNIM offers state‑of‑the‑art facilities, mobile classrooms, and high‑tech simulators, providing students hands‑on experience on working mine sites, reclamation, and mineral exploration areas.
Responsibilities
- Conduct classroom, simulator, and heavy equipment training using curriculum supplied by Yukon University.
- Maintain the highest safety standards and enforce safe operating procedures.
- Engage students and clients in the use of CNIM’s state‑of‑the‑art equipment and resources.
Qualifications
- Unlimited Class 5 licence with clean driving abstract and safety record.
- Minimum 8 years of heavy equipment operator experience, including recent surface‑mining experience.
- Teaching experience or teaching qualification (asset). Additional certificates of qualification in mechanical trades are also an asset.
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Yukon University values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; preference will be given to citizens of Yukon First Nations, Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry.
Contact Information
Ginny Coyne , Department Head, Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining (CNIM)
867 334 3666
vcoyne@yukonu. ca
Applicants should outline all relevant qualifications and be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
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Instructor - Heavy Equipment Rural Operator Program in Whitehorse employer: Yukon University
Yukon University is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the growth and development of its staff while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. As a Heavy Equipment Operator Program Coordinator, you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in rural communities, utilizing advanced technology to train aspiring operators. With a commitment to safety and hands-on learning, Yukon University offers a supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the future of heavy equipment operation.
