Job Description

Helicopter Pilot

 

Employer: Wildcat Helicopters Inc.

Expiring: ongoing

Salary: $6,736.80 per month

Job Type: Full-Time, Seasonal April – October (minimum of 30 hours per week)

Language: English required

Start Date of Employment (Approx.): As soon as possible

Minimum Education: Graduation from a certified flying or aviation school and Mountain Course are required, minimum of 2000 flying hours

Positions Available: 1

NOC Group:  72600

Benefits: None (seasonal position)

 

Job Location (s):

 

2431 Dominion Rd., West Kelowna, British Columbia.  Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel may be required.

 

Job Description:

 

Wildcat operates a fleet of Bell 212, 412 and Astar AS350 B3e (H-125) mission-specific modified aircraft, and offers numerous services including fire suppression, heli-skiing, critical services and heavy-lift, both in West Kelowna and across Canada, as necessary. Wildcat has the resources to create solutions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.  Our crews are focused on the most specialized helicopter operations in the industry. We are equipped to carry out both emergency services and recreational operations, including firefighting, critical services, heavy lifting, and heli-skiing.

 

With the significantly reduced snowpack and forecasts calling for drought conditions this summer we anticipate a particularly challenging wildfire season in British Columbia and are looking to hire additional helicopter pilots to assist during wildfire season.  Preference will be given to candidates with experience flying Astar AS350 B3e (H-125) and Bell 212/412 aircraft, Mountain Course and experience, and Precision Long Line experience.

Overtime may be required, and shift times will vary (early morning, morning, day, evening and weekend.)

 

Main Duties include:

 

Act as Contact liaison between the Company and its customers as required in carrying out the Pilot’s duties or when requested by the Company

Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft and check passenger and cargo distribution to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met

Coordinate flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control, inform crew members of flight and test procedures and direct activities of aircraft crew during flights

Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions and other information

Fly Astar AS350 B3e (H-125) and Bell 212/412 helicopters

Planning and timely completion of all scheduled and unscheduled flight assignments

Safe and competent operation of all Company aircraft, vehicles and equipment assigned to the employee as Pilot in Command

Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure

Make in-flight repairs, such as replacing fuses and adjusting instruments

Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight

Conduct in-flight tests and monitor functioning of aircraft equipment and systems during flights

Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions

Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight

Perform post-flight inspections

Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel

Prepare flight evaluation reports

Routine administrative assignments as directed by the Company’s Executive Management, Operations Manager and/or Chief Pilot

Perform at the highest level of professional expertise and conduct in all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Operations Manual and Company Health and Safety Policy

 

Employment Requirements:

 

Graduation from a certified flying or aviation school is required

Commercial Pilot Licence – rotors

Mountain Course completion and experience

Precision Long Line experience

Category 1 Medical Certificate

Minimum of 2000 flying hours

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Exhibits sound judgment

Team player

Willingness to take initiative

Commitment to high professional standards & safety

Strong analytical skills

High level of accuracy

Customer-service oriented

Strong work ethic

 

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

 

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Physically demanding

Combination of sitting, standing and walking

Heavy workload

Hand-eye coordination

Prolonged sitting

 

How to Apply:

 

Email your resume and cover letter to wildcathelicopters@gmail.com, or use Job Bank’s Direct Apply feature

 

No phone calls please.

 

We would like to thank everyone for applying, however, due to the volume of applications received only those moving forward to the interview process will be contacted.

 

We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group but, as members of ethnic minority groups such as aboriginals, youth and new immigrants are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups.  Selection will be based on merit alone.