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ATR 72 Captains

@ Rise Air

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

$118k–$155k/yrOn-siteFull-time
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Overview

Rise Air, a 100 per cent Indigenous-owned airline in Saskatoon, is hiring ATR 72 Captains to fly northern routes. The role is a full-time salaried flight deck position requiring a minimum of 4000 total flight hours, an ATPL and a Multi-Engine Instrument Rating. The expected pay is $117,832 to $155,162.24 per year, with benefits cost-shared 50/50 and vacation from 15 days.

Pay:

$117,832–$155,162 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Command ATR 72 flights on northern routes
  • Ensure safe flight operations and regulatory compliance
  • Lead flight crew and manage in-flight decisions
  • Follow client standards for northern operations

Requirements summary:

  • 4000 total flight hours minimum
  • 2500 multi-engine hours
  • 1000 multi-engine turbine PIC hours (heavier aircraft preferred)
  • Valid ATPL and Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
  • Valid passport and legal right to work in Canada
  • Transport Canada Restricted Area Pass obtainable

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Benefits mentioned

DentalVisionLife insuranceRetirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-08-04
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SenioritySenior
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: frequent · ground: none
Work settingVehicle
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsATPL, Multi-Engine Instrument Rating, Transport Canada Restricted Area Pass
Background checksdrug and alcohol
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Home office allowance

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Rise Air

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Full company description

Rise Air is celebrating 70 years of history, reflecting the operations that united to create the organization. Today, it stands as one of Canada’s largest independent air carriers, boasting the most diverse and comprehensive fleet of fixed-wing aircraft in Saskatchewan, offering specialized charters, medevac, workforce transportation, freight and the province’s largest scheduled service network.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 3A Hangar Road, John G. Diefenbaker Airport, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7L 5X4, CA
Business categories
  • Air Transportation
  • Fleet Management
  • Ticketing
Other recorded names
  • Rise Air
Specialties
  • Medevac
  • Workforce Transportation
  • Air Freight
  • Logistics
  • Scheduled Airline
  • and Charter Aircraft
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Rise Air is celebrating 70 years of history, reflecting the operations that united to create the organization. Today, it stands as one of Canada’s largest independent air carriers, boasting the most diverse and comprehensive fleet of fixed-wing aircraft in Saskatchewan, offering specialized charters, medevac, workforce transportation, freight and the province’s largest scheduled service network.

FieldValue
IndustryAirlines and Aviation
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2021
SpecialtiesMedevacWorkforce TransportationAir FreightLogisticsScheduled Airlineand Charter Aircraft
Open jobs on Jobsy7
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Job description

Employment Type: Salaried Full-time

Join our aviation-passionate team based in the land of living skies, Saskatchewan - a great place to live and raise your family. Here is your opportunity to join us and work with colleagues who will bring out the best of you. At Rise Air, we offer more than a job; we offer the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant, affordable, growing province, a positive environment, inspiring culture, strong values, and career growth.

Rise Air is proudly 100 per cent Indigenous owned. We work together with our ownership, communities, stakeholders, and industry partners to strengthen Indigenous employee relationships.

Consider elevating your career in the land of living skies! Rise Air is on the lookout for skilled, passionate ATR 72 Captains to join our team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, serving the north.

Why You Can't Miss This Opportunity:

  • Affordable living & adventure: Saskatoon offers the perfect blend of beautiful nature, low cost of living, and a tight-knit community.
  • We offer the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant, affordable, growing province, a positive environment, inspiring culture, strong values and career growth.

What We're Looking For:

  • 4000 hours total flight time minimum
  • 2500 multi-engine hours
  • 1000 multine-engine Turbine PIC (PIC time on aircraft weighing 12,500 lbs + is preferred)
  • Valid ATPL License
  • Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
  • Must have a current and valid passport for travel to the USA as well be legally entitled to immediately work in Canada.
  • Must be able to obtain Transport Canada Restricted Area Pass (RAIC)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Northern Flying Operations
  • Must meet requirements established by Client Standards

What you'll get

The expected compensation range for this role is $117,832 to $155,162.24 per year. Placement within the range will be based on demonstrated skills, relevant experience, and internal equity considerations.

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a robust total rewards package that includes but is not limited to:

  • Benefits (cost shared 50/50): Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental, Vision coverage, an annual wellness allowance and RRSP contribution matching.
  • Travel benefits: MyIDTravel for access to standby/non-revenue flights with large domestic and international partners
  • Paid leave entitlement:
    • Vacation starting at 15 days (6%) per year
    • Up to 10 days of paid medical leave per year
    • Up to 3 days of paid personal leave per year

As this is a Safety Sensitive Position, selected candidate(s) must test negative for controlled substances and alcohol prior to employment.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

Rise Air is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility throughout the hiring process. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Preference is given to qualified Indigenous applicants. As an Indigenous-owned business, we welcome Indigenous people with all levels of education and experience and are dedicated to building a respectful environment for learning, collaboration, and growth.

Land Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that we are situated on the territories of Indigenous peoples who have occupied these lands for thousands of years, including the First Nations of Treaties 6, 8, and 10, as well as other non-Treaty First Nations and Métis. We recognize that we benefit from the lands. We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of reconciliation is honoured and respected.

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