Professional Ag Pilots —

Pilotcareercenter; Canada; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation company is seeking experienced Professional Ag Pilots for seasonal positions operating turbine engines. Applicants must have a Commercial Pilot Licence, at least 1000 hours of Ag flying experience, and relevant pesticide licenses, or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will work in a team environment, manage aerial spraying operations, and must be prepared for physically demanding work. Competitve pay at $90 per hour.

Benefits

Staff accommodation may be available

Qualifications

• Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence & Medical required.
• Minimum 1000 hours Ag Flying Experience necessary.
• Must hold Manitoba and Saskatchewan Pesticide Licences or be willing to acquire.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a turbine engine for aerial spraying.
• Calculate loads and plan for safe operations.
• Collaborate with team members in a professional manner.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Team player

Excellent oral communication (English)

Excellent written communication (English)

Client focus

Good judgement, values and ethics

Organized

Must be insurable through our insurance company

Education

Commercial Pilot Licence

Manitoba & Saskatchewan Pesticide License

Job description

Professional Ag Pilots - Thrust Turboprops

• Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence & Medical
• Minimum 1000 hours Ag Flying Experience
• Manitoba and Saskatchewan Pesticide Licences

Restrictions

• Must hold Transport Canada Licence, Medical
• Must have legal right to live/work in Canada
• No Foreign Pilot Visas or Sponsorships

Notes

ADDITIONAL INFO

Commercial Ag Pilots – Turbine Engines – FIVE positions available. Seasonal - 7 months: March 2026 - Sept 2026.

Wages: $90 per hour. Hours of work: 8+ hours a day / 50 hours a week.

Duties to include safe operation of a turbine engine, calculation of loads and planning to conduct aerial spraying in a safe professional manner. We are looking for people to become part of a team environment, willing to work with others inside the company. Must be willing to work long hours.

Minimum Requirements

• Commercial pilots License with minimum 1000 hours Ag. Experience.
• Manitoba & Saskatchewan Pesticide License or willing to acquire prior to season.

Transportation / Travel Information

• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Sitting for long periods.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Large workload
• Tight deadlines

Work Location Information

• Rural areas
• Staff accommodation may be available
• Various locations

Skills Required

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication (English)
• Excellent written communication (English)
• Client focus
• Good judgement, values and ethics
• Organized
• Must be insurable through our insurance company

Contact Randy Sandstrom - Chief Pilot
Janet Sandstrom - HR Manager
Prairie Dusters
Box 274
Birtle, MB
R0M 0C0

IMPORTANT

• PLEASE RE-READ the Experience & Citizenship Rules before applying.
• DO NOT APPLY or CONTACT this Co. unless you meet the Requirements.
• PCC FORBIDS charging pilots to Apply or Train. Notify us if asked to pay.