About this role
Education: College/CEGEP. Work site environment: Commercial aviation. Outdoors. At heights. Bush pilot operation. Noisy. Non-smoking. Forest firefighting. Work setting: Rural area. Staff accommodation available. Staff accommodation provided. Remote location. Urban area. Relocation costs not covered by employer. Willing to relocate. Tasks: Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure. Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight. Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight. Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel. Train licenced pilots for additional certification. Train and prepare pilots for examination. Co-ordinate flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control, inform crew members of flight and test procedures and direct activities of aircraft crew during flights. Conduct in-flight tests and monitor functioning of aircraft equipment and systems during flights. Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft and check passenger and cargo distribution to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met. Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions and other information. Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions. Supervision: 3-4 people. 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing. First Aid Certificate. Flight instructor ratings: Airplane. Equipment and machinery experience: Forklift. Specialization or experience: Specialized environmental skills and knowledge. Security and safety: Bondable. Enhanced reliability security clearance. Airport security clearance. Medical exam. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Own transportation. Willing to travel. Willing to travel regularly. Willing to travel for extended periods. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Manual dexterity. 20/20 vision. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Hand-eye co-ordination. Ability to distinguish between colours. Own tools/equipment: Safety equipment/gear. Steel-toed safety boots. Gloves. Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Organized. Team player. Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Reliability. Values and ethics. Screening questions: Are you currently a student?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Other: Use of artificial intelligence. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Night. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Bonus. Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Mileage paid. Night shift premium. Pension plan. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Long term benefits: Maternity and parental benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site amenities. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Parking available. Support for persons with disabilities: Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.). Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities . Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities . Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities. Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that acc