Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
Experience an asset
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work site environment
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Commercial aviation
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Outdoors
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Bush pilot operation
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Aerial surveys
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Sightseeing
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Instructing
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
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Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure
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Instruct student pilots in procedures and techniques of flying aircraft and in ground-school subjects such as navigation, radio procedures and flying regulations
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Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight
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Perform post-flight inspections
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Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight
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Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel
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Train licenced pilots for additional certification
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Train and prepare pilots for examination
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Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft and check passenger and cargo distribution to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met
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Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions and other information
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing
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Transport Canada flight instructor rating
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Landplane and Seaplane Endorsements
Experience and specialization
Flight instructor ratings
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Physically demanding
Personal suitability
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Excellent oral communication
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Organized
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Team player
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Flexibility
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Initiative
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Judgement
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Reliability
Benefits
Financial benefits
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Gratuities
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Night shift premium
Other benefits
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Learning/training paid by employer
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Does not require Canadian work experience
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.