Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work site environment
- Bush pilot operation
- Search and rescue
- Aerial surveys
- Crop dusting and spraying
- Forest firefighting
Work setting
- Rural area
- Remote location
- Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
- Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure
- Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight
- Perform post-flight inspections
- Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight
- Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel
- 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
- Prepare flight evaluation reports
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Commercial Pilot Licence - rotors
- Pesticide Applicator's Licence
Experience and specialization
Equipment and machinery experience
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Willing to travel regularly
- Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Personal suitability