Posted 2 months ago
Captain RJ - YVR
@ Summit Air Ltd.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Summit Air Ltd. is hiring an Avro RJ Captain, based in Vancouver, to fly passenger, cargo and charter flights across Northern Canada as pilot in command. The role is full-time and requires a current Canadian ATPL, 4000 total hours and 2500 hours as MPIC on aircraft over 5700 kg. The posting describes the pilot's safety-focused duties and the employer's benefits package.
Responsibilities:
- Operate Avro RJ aircraft safely as PIC across Northern Canada
- Verify weather, NOTAMs and Type A flight plans
- Take part in pre-flight and post-flight duties
- Uphold the company's safety culture
Requirements summary:
- Current Canadian ATPL
- 4000 hours total time
- 2500 hours MPIC on aircraft over 5700 kg
- 500 hours on jet aircraft an asset
- High Arctic and glass cockpit experience an asset
- Valid passport for US and Europe travel
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: frequent · ground: none |
| Work setting | Vehicle |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian ATPL, RAIC, Passport |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Perks mentioned | Wellness |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Summit Air Ltd.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
Summit Air, headquartered in Yellowknife, NWT, operates across Canada, specializing in passenger charters, cargo transport, and customized flight solutions for industry-leading clients with a legacy of excellence in northern and remote aviation. We’re growing our fleet across Canada and are seeking experienced Avro RJ Captains.
Click the link below to see what it’s like to work with our team:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC-W5h3r5Ec&t=2s
Apply today to join our team in Vancouver, BC!
Essential Responsibilities
Operate Avro RJ aircraft safely and efficiently throughout Northern Canada as PIC
Stay current with all available flight information, including weather, and applicable NOTAMs where available, and verify type A flight plans for accuracy
Participate in the aircraft pre-flight inspection, as well as all post-flight duties
Demonstrate a strong commitment to Summit Air’s safety culture
Qualifications
Current Canadian ATPL
4000 hours Total Time
2500 MPIC (greater than 5700 kg)
500 hours on a Jet aircraft an asset
High Arctic experience an asset
Glass cockpit experience an asset
Current Passport with the ability to travel to the United States and Europe
Ability to obtain Canadian Area Identity Card (RAIC)
Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol testing requirements
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Additional Information
Summit Air, a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, delivers customized fleet and aviation solutions safely and reliably to support Canada's North and beyond. We have one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. From moving cargo, to transferring passengers, to recreational flights for adventurers seeking to discover the North, we are a one-stop solution. Learn more at www.flysummitair.com
Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.
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