helicopter pilot

Capital Helicopters; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Yukon is seeking a skilled pilot to operate fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. Responsibilities include pre-flight inspections, monitoring aircraft systems, and maintaining clear communication with dispatchers. The ideal candidate must possess a Commercial Pilot Licence and demonstrate excellent communication skills. This role offers diverse working conditions with opportunities for travel and professional growth.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Free parking available

Transportation provided by employer

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial aviation is an asset.
• 20/20 vision and manual dexterity required.

Responsibilities

• Fly fixed wing aircraft or helicopters.
• Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight.
• Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft to ensure safety.
• Maintain communications with flight dispatchers.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Commercial Pilot Licence - rotors

Job description

Languages

• English

Education

• 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

• Commercial aviation
• Outdoors
• Government transport
• Confined spaces
• Search and rescue
• Aerial surveys
• Sightseeing
• Forest firefighting

Responsibilities

• Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
• Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight
• 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
• Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions and other information
• Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

• Commercial Pilot Licence - rotors

Additional information

• Security and safety: Medical exam

Transportation/Travel Information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Parking paid by employer
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• 20/20 vision
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site housing options
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program