Avro RJ Captain – Montreal (YHU)

Pilot Assessments; Montreal; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards

Career growth

Diversity recognition

Top NA workplace

Job summary

Summit Air seeks an experienced pilot to operate the Avro RJ as Pilot-in-Command on charter and cargo missions across Northern Canada. You will prioritize safety and operational excellence while ensuring accurate weather briefing, NOTAM checks, and flight plan validation.

The role requires 4,000+ hours total, 2,500+ hours PIC on heavy jets, and 500 hours on jets, with Arctic and glass cockpit experience a plus. A Canadian RAIC eligibility and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing are required.

Qualifications

• Current Canadian ATPL required.
• 4,000+ hours total time and 2,500+ hours multi-pilot PIC on aircraft over 5,700 kg.
• 500 hours on jet aircraft.
• Arctic experience and glass cockpit experience are assets.
• Passport with ability to travel to the United States and Europe.
• Eligibility to obtain a Canadian RAIC.
• Strong commitment to safety-first culture and operational professionalism.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate Avro RJ as Pilot-in-Command in full compliance with company policies.
• Prioritize safety and operational excellence on passenger charter and cargo missions across Northern Canada.
• Remain current with weather, NOTAMs, and verify Type A flight plans for accuracy.
• Lead thorough pre-flight inspections and complete post-flight duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety culture

Communication skills

Education

ATPL license (Canada)

RAIC eligibility

Tools

Glass cockpit experience

Jet aircraft experience

Job description

What you’ll do

• Operate the Avro RJ as Pilot-in-Command in full compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prioritize safety and operational excellence while serving passenger charter and cargo missions across Northern Canada.
• Remain current with all relevant flight information, including weather and applicable NOTAMs, and verify Type A flight plans for accuracy.
• Lead thorough pre-flight inspections and complete all post-flight duties.

What you’ll bring

• License: Current Canadian ATPL.
• Experience: 4,000+ hours total time and 2,500+ hours multi-pilot PIC on aircraft over 5,700 kg.
• 500 hours on jet aircraft (asset).
• High Arctic experience (asset) and glass-cockpit experience (asset).
• A current passport with ability to travel to the United States and Europe.
• Eligibility to obtain a Canadian RAIC.
• Strong commitment to a safety-first culture and operational professionalism.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Why join Summit Air

Summit Air offers challenging flying in Canada’s most dynamic environments with the backing of a respected national operator and one of the largest, most diverse fleets in the industry.

• Competitive total rewards package supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Career growth with opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge.
• Recognized workplace culture: Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.