balloon pilot

Sundance Balloons; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A seasonal outdoor adventure company based in Canada is seeking a qualified individual to operate hot air balloons and provide wilderness instruction. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience, possess a Hot Air Balloon Pilot Licence, and be physically capable of handling demanding tasks. Emphasis on teamwork and reliability is essential in this dynamic outdoor environment.

Benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience required.
• Hot Air Balloon Pilot Licence and related certifications necessary.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment in outdoor settings.

Responsibilities

• Operate emergency communication devices and navigation equipment.
• Maintain and operate hot air balloons.
• Provide instruction in outdoor and wilderness settings.

Skills

Emergency communication

GPS operation

Wilderness instruction

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

GPS

Hot Air Balloon Pilot Licence

Hot air ballooning

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operate communication (including emergency) devices
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Maintain equipment
• Provide outdoor, wilderness and wildlife instruction

Qualifications

• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
• Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses: Hot Air Balloon Pilot Licence; Aircraft experience; Hot air balloons; Guide specialization; Hot air ballooning

Work site and environment

• Work site environment: Outdoors; At heights; Hot

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Workplace information

• On the road job
• Financial benefits: Bonus
• Work Term: Seasonal
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week