YYC Metro First Officer

Carson Air Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental

RRSP matching

Employee share purchase plan

Referral program

Employee assistance program

Work-life balance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Carson Air Ltd. is seeking an IFR-experienced First Officer to assist the Captain in safe, efficient flight operations. The role focuses on adherence to regulations, customer requirements, and company expectations while building experience in a growing aviation company.

We offer a Monday to Friday schedule, competitive compensation, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement as you gain seniority and skills in turbine-powered, high-performance aircraft across Western Canada.

Qualifications

• Commercial pilot license with multi IFR rating.
• 500 hours total flight time preferred.
• 100 hours multi engine flight time preferred.
• No Transport Canada violations or suspensions.
• Preferred Metroliner experience.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated computer skills and familiarity with Internet.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Training Bond Agreement if no current SW4 type rating.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Captain in safe, efficient flight operations.
• Adhere to regulations, customer requirements, and company standards.
• Support pre-flight planning and post-flight duties.
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Commercial pilot license

Multi IFR rating

500 flight hours

100 hours multi-engine

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Communication skills

Metroliner experience

SW4 type rating

Tools

SW4 type rating

Job description

Job Description

We are always looking for talented, motivated, and passionate individuals, to join our team. We may not have position available at this moment however we would like to review your application to be considered for future positions. When suitable opportunity opens up, our recruitment team will review your profile and reach out if your background aligns with the role.

We are a stable company known for excellence in service, safety, aircraft maintenance, flight operations, who have provided uninterrupted essential services for more than 30 years and we are seeking an IFR experienced, motivated, energetic, safety focused and challenge-driven pilot who is eager to succeed in a dynamic and growing aviation company.

Flying Metro aircraft is a great way to build your flying skills and gain valuable experience in your career as a pilot. These turbine-powered, pressurized, high performance aircraft provide pilots with the skills of hand-flying, multi-engine, instrument weather, two crew and mountain experience. Embark on a journey as a cargo pilot in Western Canada, offers a unique and exhilarating perspective of the region’s vast and diverse landscapes.

Pilots flying for Carson Air know their schedule in advance, with a great Monday to Friday rotation. The YYC crew is able to have a work-life balance seldom encountered in the aviation industry, typically flying 2-3 times per week and scheduled to return to home base at the end of every day. We are committed to offering our employees competitive compensation in addition to ongoing training, and internal opportunities for advancement.

The First Officer is responsible for assisting the Captain in performing their duties in a safe, efficient and timely manner according to all prescribed regulations, customer requirements and company expectations.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE or SKILLS

• Commercial pilot license with multi IFR rating
• 500 hours of total flight time preferred
• 100 hours of multi engine flight time preferred
• No Transport Canada violations or suspensions
• Preferred - Metroliner experience.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated computer skills and familiarity with Internet
• Good oral and written communication skills

Successful applicants will be required to sign a Training Bond Agreement unless they already have a current type rating for the SW4 aircraft.

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Our workforce is diverse, and we are committed to an inclusive work environment where collaboration, understanding and mutual respect bring out the best in us all. We are committed to the health and well‑being of our employees, offering a safe and welcoming workplace with competitive salaries and benefits package inclusive of:

• Salary based on experience: starting at $55,000
• Annual increments based on performance
• Extended health and dental benefit plans
• RRSP Matching Program
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (Exchange Income Corporation)
• Referral Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Great work‑life balance, with schedules provided in advance
• Performance based company with a great career growth opportunity

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. They are not designed to contain all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

If you are interested in working in a fast paced, challenging and rewarding environment please submit your resume. Short listed candidates for the position will be contacted directly.

Carson Air is an equal opportunity employer and appreciate your interest to be part of the Company.

Carson Air Ltd.'s Head Office is located at 200 - 6197 Airport Way Kelowna, BC V1V 2S2. Locations: Prince George: 4245 Hangar Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 4M6 - Kelowna: 6095 Airport Way, Kelowna BC, V1V 1S1 – Vancouver: 5360 Airport Rd South, Richmond BC V7B 1B4 -Forth St. John: 9945 Cariboo Way Fort St. John, BC V1J 4J2 - Calgary: Hangar 59 393 Palmer Rd NE, Calgary AB