First Officer - Regional Airline
Jazz Aviation, the largest regional airline in Canada, is seeking highly motivated and experienced First Officers to join its award-winning team. Jazz operates approximately 500 daily flights to over 80 destinations across Canada and the United States, serving over 8 million passengers annually. Our four crew bases are located in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver.
Exciting New Opportunities
Effective September 1, 2023, Jazz has implemented a revised pilot collective agreement. This enhanced compensation and benefits package includes new wage scales for First Officers and Captains, a renewed pilot flow to Air Canada, additional pay incentives for Training Pilots, and increased company support for health, dental, and disability benefits.
A Rewarding Career Path
Jazz is committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where pilots can thrive. Our professional and highly skilled flight operations team provides mentorship opportunities for learning and development through high-quality training standards, ensuring support at every step of the journey.
Join a Winning Team
Jazz is recognized as a leader in the aviation industry, earning numerous accolades for its commitment to safety, customer service, and employee well-being, including:
- Canada's Safest Employers 2023
- Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2023
- Canada's Best Diversity Employers 2024
- Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022
Benefits & Perks
Jazz offers a competitive benefits package designed to support pilots' personal and professional goals, including:
Compensation
- Competitive salary starting at $66.25 per credit hour.
- Daily expense allowance (on average $800 - $1000 tax-free per month).
Lifestyle
- Pairing opportunities offer a variety of short- and medium-haul routes, allowing pilots to explore the far reaches of North America or remain closer to home.
Professional Development
- Jazz prioritizes career growth and provides opportunities for pilots to advance within the company, including joining the training team or moving into management positions.
- A pathway opportunity to mainline through a preferential interview process with Air Canada.
Personal Development & Opportunities
- An extensive employee travel benefits program on the Air Canada network, including standby travel for commuting purposes (subject to Air Canada discretion).
- Access to a range of vendor and supplier discounts, supporting pilots' health, life balance, and financial goals.
Programs & Services
- A defined contribution pension plan.
- Comprehensive health, life, dental, and disability benefits.
- An Employee Share Ownership Plan, allowing pilots to share in the success of Jazz and its parent company, Chorus Aviation Inc.
Our Air Canada Connection
Jazz is Air Canada's primary regional partner, playing a crucial role in Air Canada's strategic expansion and North American market presence. Jazz is a proud Air Canada Express operator, providing reliable service across the continent.
Qualifications
- Valid and current Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating, meeting current recency requirements.
- Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilots License.
- Valid Transport Canada Multi-Engine Rating.
- Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical.
- Completion of IATRA written within the past two years or ATPL exams written.
- Ability to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
- Current passport at time of hire.
- Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency without restrictions.
- If a Permanent Resident, the ability to obtain and maintain crew visa documentation required for operating aircraft within the United States.
- High School diploma.
- Meeting Transport Canada English proficiency standards.
- 500 hours of total flying time preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- Canadian ATPL.
- Two crew multi-engine turbine experience.
- Aviation College degree or diploma program.
- Commercial or military flight experience.
- Flight Management System (FMS) and/or glass cockpit experience.
- Internal Jazz referral.
Join the Jazz Aviation Team
Interested candidates are encouraged to begin the recruitment process early by clicking "Apply Online" on this job posting. Jazz will review applications, monitor candidate progression, and contact qualified individuals.
Accessibility & Diversity
Jazz strives to create an accessible and inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact [removed email address].
Jazz recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and contribute to our success.