Seasonal Pilot | Air Tractor AT-802

Position Summary

The Seasonal Application Pilot operates Air Tractor AT-802 aircraft for aerial application and firefighting missions. The position involves day-VFR flying, seasonal deployments, and aircraft readiness during the 2027 operating season.

Schedule

• Full-time seasonal, approximately mid-April through early October 2027.
• Approximately 120 working days and 60–100 flight hours per season.
• Temporary deployments may be required.
• Must reside at the assigned airbase during onsite duty.

Responsibilities

• Operate Air Tractor AT-802 aircraft during aerial application missions.
• Conduct day-VFR insecticide and herbicide spraying operations.
• Perform assigned aerial firefighting missions.
• Inspect aircraft and application equipment before operations.
• Coordinate with ground personnel and support aircraft readiness.
• Deploy to temporary operating bases when required.
• Experienced pilots may support fire-response coordination and Duty Officer assignments.

Requirements

• Valid Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) or sponsored Canadian Foreign Licence Validation Certificate.
• Valid Category 1 Medical Certificate.
• Minimum 1,500 hours Fixed-Wing PIC.
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher, or equivalent.
• Valid passport and required authorization to enter the United States.
• Ability to reside at the assigned airbase during onsite duty.
• Availability for temporary deployments and seasonal operating schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tailwheel experience in aircraft exceeding 8,000 pounds maximum gross takeoff weight.
• Air Tractor experience.
• Aerial application experience.
• Aerial firefighting experience.

Benefits

• Health, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Life insurance.
• RRSP matching.
• Lodging and meals during onsite assignments.

Compensation

• CAD $58.33–$83.43 per hour, paid biweekly.
• Additional $100 per flight hour and $2 per hectare in eligible year-end incentives.