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Title posted on indeed.com - Pilot - dHC-2 Floats

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Employer details Sunshine Coast Air

Job details

Welcome to Sunshine Coast Air! We are a locally owned float plane operator located on the Sunshine Coast. We operate year-round daily scheduled seaplane flights to Vancouver and Vancouver Island, as well as local tours and charter services around the beautiful West Coast of British Columbia. We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic applicant to join our team as a full-time seasonal Beaver pilot based out of our Sechelt Inlet office on the Sunshine Coast. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS In addition to salary, some company benefits include complimentary flights, family flight rates, gratuities (where applicable), subsidized staff housing (based on availability) and end of season bonus (based on successful completion of contracted dates). WORK HOURS This is a seasonal full-time role of an average of 40 hours per week over a two-week period, on a modified schedule of 4-5 days/week as operational needs require for the Spring/Summer 2025 season. This role requires a successful candidate to work weekends and holidays. Hours outside of peak season from May 1 ? September 30 may fall below an average of 40 hours. Some of the main responsibilities of this role required, but not limited to in this role include: RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES * Working with CSAs, Chief Pilot and management team regarding route, weather and load planning * Flight plan creation, including routing, altitude, fuel requirements and weather * Managing proper loading and weight and balancing of aircraft for each flight * Completing daily aircraft inspections, fueling and oiling, and maintaining aircraft cleanliness * Pre-flight aircraft checks * Working with our AME?s to resolve maintenance issues * Safely operating company aircraft, working within safety standards and following protocols * Providing concise, professional and informative passenger safety briefings prior to each flight * Escorting passengers & their luggage to their flight * Working on the dock assisting other pilots as needed * Maintaining a clean dock and office environment * Other duties as assigned by the management team QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS * Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilots License, Float Rating * Current CAT 1 Medical * Minimum 1000 Hours PIC * Minimum 500 Hours Floats * Minimum 150 Hours dHC-2 * Experience providing excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment * Confidence with problem-solving and conflict resolution * Ability to work individually, as well as within a team environment * Proficiency in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills * Availability to work various shifts based on operational requirements, inclusive of weekends and holidays * Coastal flying experience with knowledge of the South Coast region of BC is considered an asset * Ability to lift 50lb Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal Contract length: 5 months Pay: $27.00-$28.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 ? 40 per week Additional pay: * Overtime pay * Retention bonus * Tips Benefits: * Casual dress * Dental care * Disability insurance * Extended health care * On-site parking * Paid time off Schedule: * 10 hour shift * Holidays * Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: * Sechelt, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Application question(s): * Do you have secured accommodation on the Sunshine Coast? Licence/Certification: * CPL, Cat 1 Medical & Float rating (required) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2025-05-30 Expected start date: 2025-06-02