First Officer – Cessna 208 Caravan (Training Provided)

Pilot Assessments; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Assessments in Canada is seeking a First Officer to support safe, efficient Caravan operations in a two-crew cockpit. You will prepare flights, execute SOPs, communicate effectively, and uphold the highest safety standards from engine start to shutdown.

The role offers permanent employment with training on the Cessna 208 Caravan and opportunities to build multi-crew, IFR, and turbine experience while operating across the Canada–US border.

Qualifications

• 200 hours total time minimum.
• Licenses CPL, IR, ME required.
• ICAO ELP Level 4 minimum.
• Medical Class 2 must be current.
• Type rating not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist Captain in all flight phases, ensuring SOPs and regs.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning including weather and weight & balance.
• Manage checklists, radio comms, navigation, and flight monitoring.
• Demonstrate CRM, situational awareness, and sound decision-making.
• Support safety culture, continuous learning, and professionalism.
• Participate in initial and recurrent training and checking.

Job description

The mission

As First Officer, you will support safe, efficient Caravan operations in a professional two-crew cockpit. You will prepare flights, execute SOPs, communicate effectively, and uphold the highest safety standards while delivering a smooth experience from engine start to shutdown.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Captain in all phases of flight, ensuring strict adherence to company SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning, including weather analysis, performance, and weight and balance.
• Manage checklists, radio communications, navigation, and flight monitoring duties.
• Demonstrate strong CRM, situational awareness, and decision-making.
• Support a just culture of safety, continuous learning, and professionalism.
• Participate in initial and recurrent training and checking as required.

Minimum qualifications

• Total time: 200 hours (minimum)
• License required: CPL, IR, ME
• Accepted licenses: TCCA only
• Medical: Class 2
• ICAO ELP: Level 4 (minimum)
• Type rating: Not required (training provided)

Additional requirements

• Passport & travel: Valid passport and unrestricted ability to travel between Canada and the USA
• Background: Ability to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Work authorization: Eligible to work in Canada and travel to the United States without restriction
• Driver license: Valid Class 5 (or equivalent)
• Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not provided; any required permits/visas or other authorizations are the sole responsibility of candidates

Preferred assets

• Previous IFR experience
• Multi-crew flight time
• Turbine time

Why this role

• Permanent position with training provided on the Cessna 208 Caravan
• Excellent opportunity to build multi-crew, IFR, and turbine experience
• Operate cross-border while upholding a strong, safety-first culture