aerial crop duster
Your 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.
- Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight.
- Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel.
- 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.
- Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions.
Requirements
Education Other trades certificate or diploma. Airline/commercial/professional pilot and flight crew.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing.
- Pesticide Applicator's Licence.
Equipment and machinery experience
- Bulk handling system.
- Sprayer or duster.
Specialization or experience Specialized environmental skills and knowledge.
Area of specialization Pesticides.
Security and safety Bondable. Medical exam.
Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. 20/20 vision. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Hand-eye co-ordination. Ability to distinguish between colours. Sound discrimination.
Personal suitability Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Organized. Team player. Accurate. Client focus. Judgement. Reliability.
5 years or more.
Other
Work site environment Commercial aviation. Aerial surveys. Crop dusting and spraying. Work setting: Rural area. Staff accommodation provided.
Supervision 1 to 2 people.
Transportation/travel information Vehicle supplied by employer. Valid driver's licence.
Screening questions
- 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 for the position (English or French)?.
Employment terms options Early morning. Evening. Flexible hours. Morning.
Employment terms options On call. Day. Weekend.