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Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Commercial aviation. Bush pilot operation. Noisy. Aerial surveys. Sightseeing. Work setting: Staff accommodation available. 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. Perform post-flight inspections. 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. 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. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Commercial Pilot Licence - fixed wing. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Own transportation. Screening questions: Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?. Are you willing to relocate for this position?. Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?. Experience: 5 years or more. Other benefits: On-site amenities. On-site housing options. Parking available.