Seasonal Helicopter Pilot - Bell 407
Operate Bell 407/412 helicopters for various missions including powerline work and firefighting in mountainous terrain. Ensure safety as the top priority while performing vertical reference and remote winter operations.
- On-site
- Kamloops, BC
- Posted Jun 10, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
We are hiring Seasonal Helicopter Pilots with a Bell 407 type endorsement, powerline experience and minimum of 2000 hours total time, safety is the top priority, and the perks are endless! Summit Helicopters delivers remote helicopter aviation solutions across Western and Northern Canada with one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. Our crews are highly experienced in challenging operational environments, and safety and reliability are at the core of everything we do. Summit will provide all flights, accommodation, and per diem to work for the season. Interested? Apply today to join our team in Terrace or Kamloops, BC Qualifications * Current CPL(H) * Minimum 2,000 hours total time * Bell 407 type endorsement (Intermediate Type equivalent). Type endorsement can be provided for the successful candidate * Minimum 200 hours on type (Bell 407) * Mountain course required (BC Wildfire Requirement) * Vertical Reference (long-line, drill moves, seismic) experience required * Experience in mountainous terrain and confined landing sites required * Previous Medium Type an asset * Powerline experience an asset * Firefighting Experience * Remote winter operations experience would be an asset * Collaborative, independent, and professional attitude * Previous Wildlife Capture/Survey experience * Hydro and Class 'D' exposure appreciated Additional Information Summit Helicopters, a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, delivers helicopter aviation solutions with one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. Learn more at www.summithelicopters.ca [http://www.summithelicopters.ca] 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. [http://www.ledcor.com/sustainability/inclusion-diversity] 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 [[email protected]].
What you’ll do
Operate Bell 407/412 helicopters for various missions including powerline work and firefighting in mountainous terrain. Ensure safety as the top priority while performing vertical reference and remote winter operations.
Requirements
Requires a current CPL(H) with at least 1,000 total flight hours and a Bell 407 type endorsement. Must have experience in mountain flying, vertical reference, and confined landing sites.
Benefits
• Competitive Wage • Flexible Rotation • Physical Wellbeing Support • Mental Wellbeing Support • Financial Wellbeing Support
Other relevant skills
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- Helicopter Piloting
- Bell 407 Operation
- Bell 412 Operation
- Powerline Experience
- Mountain Flying
- Vertical Reference
- Long-line Operations
- Drill Moves
- Seismic Operations
- Firefighting
- Remote Winter Operations
- Wildlife Capture
- Wildlife Survey
- Confined Landing Sites
- CPL(H) Certification
Job areas
- Transportation
- Construction
- Security & Safety
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week