Dock Hand / Cessna Float Pilot

Welcome to Tofino Air! We are a locally owned float plane operator on Vancouver Island, in Tofino, BC. We operate 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 dockhand/Cessna pilot based out of our Tofino Harbour office.

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).

WORK HOURS

The role is based 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 2024 season. This role requires a successful candidate to work weekends and holidays.

Some of the main responsibilities of this role required, but not limited to in this role include:

RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES

• Working with CSAs, CP and Base Manager 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
• Maintenance of aircraft cleanliness between flights both inside and out
• Ensuring the dock shed is clean and organized and stocked with all necessary items
• Cleaning aircraft at the end of the day inside and outside, including tying up and ensuring they are secured for the night
• Dock maintenance as needed
• 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 500 Hours PIC
• Minimum 50-100 Hours Floats
• 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 West Coast region is considered an asset
• Ability to lift 50lb

We thank all applicants for their interest, however not all candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay
• Tips

Application question(s):

• Do you have accommodation within the Tofino area?

Experience:

• Float flying (50-100 hrs): 1 year (required)
• PIC (500 hours): 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Float rating (required)
• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-10
Expected start date: 2024-04-01