first officer - air transportBuffalo Airways • Yellowknife, NT, CA

first officer - air transport

Buffalo Airways • Yellowknife, NT, CA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Part-time

Permanent

Temporary

Job description

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English or French
Hours: 1,000 hours per year
Education: College/CEGEP
Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year
Aerospace, aeronautical and astronautical/space engineering
Aviation/airway management and operations

Work site environment

Commercial aviation
Outdoors
Bush pilot operation
Non-smoking
Forest firefighting
Extremely cold

Work setting

Rural area
Staff accommodation available
Staff accommodation provided
Remote location
Urban area
Various locations
Willing to relocate
Moving cargo
Airport

Tasks

Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters
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
Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight
Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel
Train licenced pilots for additional certification
Test new aircraft to evaluate performance
Train and prepare pilots for examination
Co-ordinate 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
Conduct in-flight tests and monitor functioning of aircraft equipment and systems during flights
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
Transport freight between aircraft and airport warehouse
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Relay information to pilots in flight
Marshall or tow aircraft to gate positions
Drive and operate ramp-servicing vehicles and equipment

Supervision

1 to 2 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing
First Aid Certificate
Airline Pilot Transport Licence - fixed wing
Flight instrument rating
Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Licence
Multi-instrument Flight Rating
Landplane and Seaplane Endorsements
Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

Equipment and machinery experience

Automated irrigation system
Bulk handling system
Forklift

Vehicle and equipment experience

Aircraft cargo doors

Security and safety

Bondable
Criminal record check
Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

Own vehicle
Valid driver's licence
Own transportation
Willing to travel
Public transportation is available
Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
20/20 vision
Ability to distinguish between colours

Own tools/equipment

Safety equipment/gear
Steel-toed safety boots
Gloves
Safety vest

Personal suitability

Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Organized
Team player
Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Reliability
Values and ethics

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you currently a student?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

Early morning

Other

Use of artificial intelligence

Employment terms options

Evening
Shift
Flexible hours
Morning
On call
Day
Weekend
Overtime available

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Bonus
Group insurance benefits
Mileage paid
Night shift premium
Pension plan
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
On-site amenities
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Transportation provided by employer
Variable or compressed work week
Wellness program

Support for persons with disabilities

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for Veterans

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
Assists with immediate transition needs of Veterans (for example: relocation, housing, etc.)
Offers workshops, counselling services or other resources to help Veterans navigate their transition into the civilian workforce (for example: adapting to different organizational structures)
Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.)

Support for Indigenous people

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

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