DescriptionJob SummaryExperienced AS350 Line Pilot – Year-Round 14/14 Rotation Columbia Helicopters is seeking an experienced, safety-minded AS350 Line Pilot for a permanent year round position based in Nelson, B.
The position involves varied mountain and remote operations, including seasonal wildfire support, water bucketing, utility work and communications-site support. We are looking for a professional pilot with sound operational judgment who works well with customers, ground crews, maintenance personnel and other members of the flight-operations team. Act as pilot-in-command of company AS350 aircraft. Conduct assigned flights safely and professionally in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations, Company Operations Manual, standard operating procedures and aircraft limitations. Plan and conduct mountain, remote-site, utility and wildfire-support operations as assigned and qualified. Complete flight planning, weight-and-balance, performance calculations, risk assessments and required operational records. Coordinate effectively with customers, ground crews, flight-following personnel and maintenance staff. Maintain high standards of aircraft care, cleanliness and operational readiness. Schedule and CompensationThis is a full-time,



year-round position operating on a 14-days-on / 14-days-off rotation. Also if you have existing clients, this would go toward your daily rate / Salary) A valid Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter or Airline Transport Pilot Licence – Helicopter. A valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate. 300 hours of mountain flying experience in any rotary-wing aircraft . The legal ability to work in Canada. Robust communication, customer-service and teamwork skills. Columbia Helicopters can provide mountain training to an otherwise qualified candidate. Wildfire suppression and water-bucketing experience. Remote utility, communications-site, forestry or heli-ski experience. At Columbia Helicopters, we are a leading helicopter company in British Columbia committed to delivering excellence in helicopter operations, tours and support services. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted industry leader. With our extensive experience in helicopter operations, we have honed our expertise in a variety of sectors, including precision long-lining, firefighting, aerial construction, oil and gas support, forestry and more.

📌 Permanent Full Time Pilot (Canada)
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