Jazz Aviation | First Officer

Position Summary

Jazz Aviation, Canada's largest regional airline and a proud Air Canada Express operator, is seeking skilled and dedicated First Officers to join its award-winning team. Recognized as one of Canada's Safest Employers, Top Employers for Young People, and Best Diversity Employers, Jazz offers an exceptional platform for aviation professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft, upholding the highest standards of safety, customer service, and professionalism across an extensive North American network.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for the role of First Officer, candidates must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License.
• Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating and must meet current instrument recency requirements.
• Valid Transport Canada Multi-Engine Rating.
• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of 500 hours total flight time.
• Completion of IATRA written examinations within the past two years or possession of all ATPL written examinations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
• Must hold a valid passport at the time of employment.
• Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Resident status without restrictions. Permanent Residents must be able to obtain and maintain all necessary crew visa documentation for operations within the United States.
• Completion of a High School diploma.
• Compliance with Transport Canada English language proficiency standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications that exceed the basic requirements. These include:

• Possession of a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
• Experience in a two-crew, multi-engine turbine aircraft environment.
• Total flight time significantly exceeding the minimum 500-hour requirement.
• Graduation from a recognized aviation college degree or diploma program.
• Prior commercial or military flight experience.
• Proficiency with Flight Management Systems (FMS) and/or glass cockpit avionics.
• Referral from a current Jazz employee.

Compensation and Benefits

Jazz offers a wide range of competitive benefits, perks, and services designed to support its employees' professional and personal lives.

Compensation

• A competitive starting salary of $67.57 per credit hour.
• A tax-free daily expense allowance, averaging between $800 and $1000 per month.

Health and Financial Programs

• A comprehensive care plan including health, life, dental, and disability benefits.
• A defined contribution pension plan.
• An Employee Share Ownership Plan, providing an opportunity to benefit from the success of Jazz and its parent company, Chorus Aviation Inc.

Professional and Personal Development

• A direct pathway to a mainline career through a preferential interview process with Air Canada.
• Significant career development opportunities within Jazz, including advancement to training and management roles.
• An extensive employee travel benefits program on the Air Canada network.
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts from various vendors and suppliers.

About Jazz Aviation

As the primary regional partner for Air Canada, Jazz is an integral component of its North American market presence. The airline's operational scope is substantial, with approximately 450 daily flights to 67 destinations and over 8 million passengers carried annually. With a commitment to fostering an environment where pilots can thrive, Jazz is known for its supportive culture and high standards of quality and training.

Application Process

To start your journey with Jazz, please apply online. Applicants are required to provide a clear and detailed breakdown of their flight hours (total time, multi-engine time, etc.) within their resume. Please note that this posting supports a common ground school recruitment for all base locations (Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver). Therefore, candidates need only apply to one First Officer posting to be entered into the recruitment process.

Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility

Jazz recognizes that the best talent includes people of all backgrounds, abilities, and points of view. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process.