ATR 72-500 Captain - SIGNING BONUS INCLUDED

We’re all about the craft. KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft solutions for corporate, commercial and military customers worldwide. Launched 55 years ago out of Canada’s Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, air cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. We own and operate a fleet of ATR 72-500, flying air cargo domestically. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to a 1,200 strong, highly skilled workforce. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch. JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking Captain applications for our YVR Base, with preference given to ATR 72 Qualified Captains as we transition to a fleet of ATR 72-500 aircraft. This position offers great job security supporting our Purolator BC Feeder Service contract extended until 2035. The program operates routes Monday to Friday from YVR to YYJ, YVR to YKA and YXS, and YVR to YLW (returning to YVR each evening). This position also offers a great work-life balance providing most weekends and statutory holidays off with the typical flying schedule is 12-14 days per month. SIGNING BONUS We are pleased to offer the successful candidate a signing bonus. Signing Bonus - $5,000.00 AT72 Valid PPC within the last 24 months - $10,000.00 AT72 Valid PPC - $20,000.00 Signing Bonus would be payable as follows: * 25% payable on completion of line indoctrination * 25% payable at 1-year Anniversary * 50% payable at 2-year Anniversary REQUIREMENTS * Current Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) * Multi Engine and Group 1 Instrument Ratings * Minimum 2,000 Hours Total Time * Minimum 500 Hours PIC Multi Engine Turbine * Preference will be given to applicants having transport category turbine or turbojet experience * A Valid Canadian Passport or Canadian work permit * Must be able to obtain and retain Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) * Ability to travel/operate to the United States, and any other countries within our network * No criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted * Fully vaccinated against Covid 19 BENEFITS Beyond a competitive salary, and the chance to be at the center of a vibrant international travel hub, we offer you: * Comprehensive Medical and Dental Coverage * Disability, Critical Illness and Life Insurance * Health Spending Account * Personal Spending Account * Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP * Employee & Family Assistance Program * Jump seat travel on company aircraft * Annual company profit sharing program HOW TO APPLY We invite you to join us on the launch pad of this voyage, where opportunity awaits, and the sky is the limit… Climb aboard, buckle in and enjoy the journey with us! Please visit kfaero.ca/careers [https://www.kfaero.ca/careers] today and apply online! We ask that you complete the following steps: * Upload your resume and cover letter * Include a summary of your flight time * Provide 2 aviation (flying) references * Complete the questionnaire in ADP #MN

The Captain will operate ATR 72-500 aircraft for air cargo routes originating from the Vancouver base. Responsibilities include ensuring safe flight operations while adhering to the established schedule for the Purolator BC Feeder Service.

Candidates must hold a current Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with Multi-Engine and Group 1 Instrument ratings. A minimum of 2,000 hours of total flight time is required, along with the ability to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).

• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Coverage • Disability Insurance • Critical Illness Insurance • Life Insurance • Health Spending Account • Personal Spending Account • Pension Matching Plan • Voluntary RRSP • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Jump seat travel • Annual company profit sharing program

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• ATR 72-500 operation
• Aviation
• Aircraft piloting
• Multi-engine rating
• Group 1 instrument rating
• Flight safety
• Air cargo operations
• Turbine aircraft experience
• Turbojet aircraft experience
• Navigation
• Communication
• Regulatory compliance
• Aircraft Leasing
• Accounts Payable
• Airline Transport Pilot Licence
• Turbines
• Innovation
• Operations
• Pay Per Click

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Engineering
• Captain
• Pilot
• Aircraft Pilots and Related Associate Professionals
• Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week