Okanagan College Trades & Apprenticeship

Okanagan College is launching careers for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (Mechanical) - join us! We are currently looking for Vocational Instructors - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (M License). We have full time and on-call positions in this growing program.

This could be the right role for you if you hold a Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (Maintenance “M1”/“M2” rating), and you want to contribute to excellence in your field, instructional and professional duties, professional development and service.

See full job details and apply here: https://jobs.lever.co/okanagan/e3e65b4e-2e41-42ea-9d80-608994ea3dae

Share your college experience and inspire others. ✨

Join the volunteer campus creator community to get experience filming videos, taking photos, creating graphics and writing stories. This unique opportunity will allow you to showcase your skills while collaborating with students to showcase your authentic student journey.

This opportunity is open to all new and returning OC students across all campuses and programs.

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Okanagan College is now the first post-secondary institution in British Columbia certified to conduct Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA) B-Pressure welder testing.

That means welders who live in B.C. but work in Alberta can now complete their initial certification and six-month recertification closer to home, saving thousands of kilometres of travel, time and expense.

This milestone reflects the dedication of our Welding department, the support of our industry partners and our commitment to delivering training that meets the needs of today's workforce.

Learn more about our welding programs and B-Pressure testing: https://okanagancollege.ca/welding

We are hiring for a regular, full-time Vocational Instructor in Heavy Mechanical Trades!

Join OC Trades and help to educate Heavy Mechanical students as they start and grow their career in the industry. This is a great opportunity to share your expertise, support apprentices and students, and help build the skilled workforce our communities depend on.

Apply by July 26 for a desired start date in September.
We also have a related on-call opportunity in the team!
See full job posting and application link on the OC Careers Page today!
https://ow.ly/pOWN50Zn4Im

Could this be the summer you discover a new skill?

This is your opportunity to become the coolest person in your friend group by learning traditional bow making or crafting a metal flower.

Metal Flower Workshop 🌸
Date: June 20
Register online at: https://continuingstudies.okanagan.bc.ca/public/category/programStream.do?method=load&selectedProgramAreaId=1482616&selectedProgramStreamId=1482635

Traditional Bow Making 🏹
Date: June 26–28
Register online at: https://continuingstudies.okanagan.bc.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=5722243&selectedProgramAreaId=1482616&selectedProgramStreamId=1482635

Whether you're the crafty friend, the DIY friend, or just someone who likes trying new things, these workshops are a fun way to learn a new skill and make something you'll actually get to take home.

Congratulations to the Trades graduates!

You are the skilled trades professionals who are ready to build, create and keep our communities moving.

We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see where your skills take you next. The future is in good hands.

Congratulations, grads!

A trip abroad and a love for creating things with her hands ended up leading Emilie to the perfect career.

When Emilie tried welding for the first time while travelling in New Zealand, she had no idea it would completely change her path. Since then, she’s worked across B.C. building ferries, working for CP Rail and now helping students at Okanagan College discover confidence in the trades.

Whether she’s making metal art, teaching in the shop or out exploring trails on her bike, Emilie’s story is such a good reminder that sometimes the things we try on a whim end up taking us exactly where we’re meant to go.

Okanagan College students brought home an impressive medal haul at the 2026 Skills Canada BC Provincial Competition, showcasing their talent across trades and technology disciplines.

From precision in car painting to innovation in IT systems and technical expertise in refrigeration and collision repair, OC students stepped up to one of the province’s most competitive stages—and delivered.

🥇 3 Gold
🥈 3 Silver
🥉 1 Bronze

These results reflect more than strong performances. They speak to the dedication of our students, the mentorship of our instructors, and the power of hands-on learning.

Gold medalists will go on to represent British Columbia at the national competition in Toronto this May.

We’re proud of every student who competed—demonstrating skill, resilience and a commitment to their craft.

This is what learning looks like in action.

Learn more about trades and technology programs at Okanagan College: okanagancollege.ca

Join us for a one-day course exploring the art of crafting metal flowers. Learn the essential tools, materials and techniques along with important safety practices to shape metal into something truly unique.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your skills, this hands-on experience is a chance to try something new and add to your creative repertoire.

Discover the possibilities of learning by doing, sigh up at https://continuingstudies.okanagan.bc.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=2347185&selectedProgramAreaId=1482616&selectedProgramStreamId=1482635

Shoutout to Okanagan College students competing at the 2026 Skills Canada BC Provincial Trades and Technology Competition this Wednesday, April 15 in Abbotsford!

Eleven students will represent OC in the following competition categories: Automotive, Car Painting, Carpentry, Collision Repair, Electronics, Heavy Duty Mechanics, IT Network Systems Administration, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal and Welding.

Gold medalists will earn a spot on Team BC and advance to the National Competition in Toronto. Best of luck to all!


Images courtesy of SkillsCanada BC
Skills Canada BC