EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
 
West Coast Air is a locally owned and operated regional airline serving Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast and Whistler. Building on a strong heritage, we are proud of our 35 year tradition of scheduled Twin Otter floatplane service. We offer our passengers the conveniences of modern floatplane travel for both business and pleasure, connecting communities throughout the coastal region. Please visit westcoastair.com.
 
Position: DHC-2 CAPTAINS

We are currently seeking DHC-2 Captains to join our team;

  • Minimum 1,500 hours total time, 1,000 hours float time.
  • Preference to pilots with on-type and BC coastal experience
  • Training will be provided as necessary
  • Pilots are encouraged to move to new aircraft types and seek advancement both within the cockpit and in leadership roles.

West Coast Air offers competitive salaries, with an expected $50,000+/annum for qualified candidates, including comprehensive benefits package.

Please provide a resume and cover letter to hr@westcoastair.com, or by fax to 604-606-6820. Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank you in advance for your interest in West Coast Air.


Position: DHC-6 CAPTAINS

We are currently seeking full time DHC-6 Captains to join our team;

  • Minimum 6,000 hours total time, 2,500 hours float time.
  • Preference to pilots with on-type and BC coastal experience.
  • Training to company standard will be provided.
  • Pilots are encouraged to move to new aircraft types and seek advancement both within the cockpit and in leadership roles.

West Coast Air offers competitive salaries, with an expected $70,000+/annum for qualified candidates, including comprehensive benefits package.

Please provide a resume and cover letter to hr@westcoastair.com, or by fax to 604-606-6820. Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank you in advance for your interest in West Coast Air.


Position: Sales Associate

We are seeking the ideal candidate for our Sales Associate position to generate sales in the corporate markets in both Vancouver and Victoria:

  • Develop key corporate accounts and travel agency relationships through targeted sales calls and sales presentations
  • Involves research, market development and client servicing
  • Conduct site inspections and sales activities as required*

The ideal candidate should be an energetic and enthusiastic self-starter, ability to take initiative and possess commitment to make a contribution to a dynamic and growing company.

The successful applicant will have 3-5 years sales related experience within the travel, tourism and hospitality industry.

*Please note - occasionally required to attend after-hour business functions and regular travel to Victoria

Please provide a resume and cover letter to hr@westcoastair.com, or confidential fax to 604-688-9165. For more company information, visit westcoastair.com.


Position: Customer Service Agent

We are currently seeking energetic & enthusiastic individuals wishing to join a dynamic and growing company.

Department: Vancouver Base
Reports to: Base Manager

West Coast Air is a locally owned and operated airline, offering scheduled float plane service between downtown Vancouver, downtown Victoria, YVR/Richmond, Sechelt, Nanaimo and the Sunshine Coast.

We currently have immediate openings for the following position at the Harbour base in Vancouver:

Permanent and Seasonal Customer Service Agents

Reporting directly to the Base Manager, some of the key duties of this position include:

  • Greet and check in our guests for their flights
  • Deliver friendly, enthusiastic and professional customer service
  • Answering the telephone, booking flights, handling payments
  • Handle guest inquiries

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes:

  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Answering general travel inquiries
  • Successfully resolve customer issues
  • Detail-oriented
  • Highly organized and adaptable to multitask in a fast paced environment
  • Flexibility to work various shifts as required including evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work in a team environment

Previous airline and/or travel agency experience is a definite asset. Interested applicants are requested to forward their cover letter and resume to hr@westcoastair.com indicating the position applied for in the subject line or apply in person between 9:00-5:00 Monday to Friday at the waterfront terminal location.