Utility Helicopter Pilot Jobs in Canada

Utility pilots fly external-load, longline, seismic survey, powerline construction, agricultural and heli-skiing missions. AS350/H125, Bell 206/407, MD500 and Kamov Ka-32 are typical airframes. Long days, remote operating bases, repositioning ferries and Class-D external-load qualifications define the seasonal calendar. Utility, longline and firefighting hiring peaks April–June. Offshore Atlantic (Cougar Helicopters) hires opportunistically. EMS hires year-round. Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Major operators sometimes sponsor TFW permits for senior captains and Part-573 engineers. ChopperSwap matches your licences, ratings and currency against open utility helicopter pilot positions in Canada — candidates browse, apply and chat for free.

Frequently asked questions

What licences do Canada utility helicopter pilot jobs require?

Transport Canada licence with English (French required in Quebec / federal roles) as the working language. Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Major operators sometimes sponsor TFW permits for senior captains and Part-573 engineers. Mountain time, longline ratings and 1,500+ hours PIC are usually expected. Class-D external load qualifications are a major plus.

Which operators hire utility helicopter pilots in Canada?

Top employers include CHL (Canadian Helicopters Limited), Helijet, Great Slave Helicopters, Yellowhead Helicopters, STARS. Full list and descriptors are above. ChopperSwap aggregates open roles from these and other operators.

What does this role typically pay in Canada?

Entry-level: 91–124k CAD. Mid-career: 130–176k CAD. Senior: 182–260k CAD. Ranges are gross annual compensation in CAD (~USD