Job Description
Description
Air Canada is looking for Independent Contractors to facilitate training within our Flight Operations training department.
Independent Contractors will provide one of the following services:
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Aircraft type ground school instructor,
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Aircraft type simulator instructor,
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Classroom facilitator for other Flight Operations training courses.
Services may be provided in both Toronto and Vancouver. Some travel may be required.
TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Instruct Air Canada new hire pilots and existing line pilots in aircraft systems, performance, general subjects, and basic indoctrination.
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Conduct task and line oriented training in Ground School, Full Flight Simulator and Integrated Procedures Trainer for Air Canada line pilots.
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Conduct training event(s) by adhering to the approved training curriculum and ensure pilots are trained to the highest standard.
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Provide instruction and certify completion of modules within the flight training segment of the Air Canada Qualification and Continuing Qualification curricula.
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Assist the Flight Ops and Training Department in researching, evaluating, and implementing new or revised training systems, policies, and procedures.
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Master operation of various aircraft components and instruments, as well as techniques for controlling aircraft during normal and abnormal maneuvers.
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Observe pilots’ actions during training modules to ensure assimilation of classroom instruction and to comply with CARs.
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Evaluate pilots’ progress using approved qualification standards and grading criteria.
Qualifications
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Excellent interpersonal skills.
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Professional demeanor that reflects positively upon Air Canada.
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Knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures.
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Proficient with MS PowerPoint, Excel and Word, with the ability to learn other programs.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
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Hold, or have held, Airline Transport Pilot license.
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Ability to successfully complete Air Canada’s Initial Pilot Training Program and specific aircraft type training program.
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Recent experience as a ground school instructor, flight instructor, line indoctrination Captain or check pilot would be an asset.
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A university degree or aviation college diploma would be an asset.
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Experience on a current fleet type operated by Air Canada would be an asset.
Conditions of Provision of Services:
- Independent Contractors must be able to provide services in Canada
Linquistic Requirements
Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual independent contractors.
