Aerial crop duster

Red Helicopter Service Inc; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site housing options

Paid time off (volunteering or个人 days)

Parking available

Job summary

Red Helicopter Service Inc is seeking experienced flight personnel for rural aviation operations in Canada. The role involves flying rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft, performing pre- and post-flight checks, and coordinating with dispatchers and weather forecasters.

Frequent travel and relocation may be required. The position offers on-site housing options and a collaborative team environment, with emphasis on safety, precision, and adherence to emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral communication and written skills are essential for client and team interactions.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments and maintain accuracy under strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Fly fixed wing aircraft or helicopters.
• Follow emergency procedures to address equipment malfunctions.
• Make in-flight repairs such as replacing fuses and adjusting instruments.
• Monitor engine and aircraft systems during flight.
• Perform post-flight inspections.
• Record malfunctions and corrective actions.
• Report repairs to ground maintenance.
• Conduct in-flight tests and monitor equipment.
• Conduct pre-flight inspections and ensure weight and balance.
• Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to in-flight emergencies.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Sprayer or duster

Job description

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• No degree, certificate or diploma

EXPERIENCE

2 years to less than 3 years

ON THE ROAD

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT

• Crop dusting and spraying

WORK SETTING

• Rural area
• Staff accommodation available
• Staff accommodation provided
• Willing to relocate

RESPONSIBILITIES

TASKS

• Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
• Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure
• Make in-flight repairs, such as replacing fuses and adjusting instruments
• Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight
• Perform post-flight inspections
• Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight
• Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel
• 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
• Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions

CREDENTIALS

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

• Commercial Pilot Licence - rotors

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY EXPERIENCE

• Sprayer or duster

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• 20/20 vision
• Large workload
• Ability to distinguish between colours

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Values and ethics

BENEFITS

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Bonus

OTHER BENEFITS

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site housing options
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available