Flight Follower / Tech Specialist - Part Time

at  clearGRID

clearGRID is looking for talented candidates who are looking to work in a fast paced and dynamic work environment immersed in the aviation and technology industries. We are currently seeking a part time flight follower.

ABOUT US

clearGRID is a growing Alberta-based company that specializes in remote data collection. Operating out of Springbank, our fleet of aircraft and dynamic nature of work provide our employees with a fun, fast, challenging atmosphere. The quality of our people are our company’s biggest assets; as our goal is to deliver a safe, reliable, high-quality service to our clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Aviation operations and aviation weather knowledge
• Flexible schedule, most shifts are needed in the first 2 weeks of the month
• Must be able to demonstrate strong problem solving skills
• Ability to work unsupervised during on-call, shift work, overnights, weekends, and long hours
• Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently
• Ability to read and interpret aviation weather reports
• Must be self-motivated
• Strong communication skills
• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Spreadsheets
• Proficient with Microsoft Word or equivalent
• Effective time management and multitasking
• Analytical and organized, with excellent attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Strong computer skills and knowledge is an asset
• Scheduling experience is an asset
• Transport Canada PPL or CPL license is an asset
• Data analysis skills are an asset
• Programming skills are an asset
• Hands-on skills are an asset
• Mechanical skills are an asset

• Flight Following:
• Coordinate with Chief Pilot to ensure safe practices are being followed and Transport Canada’s flight requirements are being adhered to
• Coordinate with the Pilot-in-Command to ensure the flight is conducted safely, efficiently and in accordance with all Canadian and foreign regulations, company policies, and procedures
• Responsible for flight watch over all company flights
• Collect weather and runway conditions for Flight Crew and Flight Operations management, reporting changes as required; monitor and relay as requested or when significant changes occur
• Coordinate Irregular Operations (IROPS) actions, including delaying or canceling flights, crew coordination, FBO requirements, etc. and communicate both internally and externally
• Carry out Flight Follower responsibilities in the Emergency Response Program
• Operation of company data collection equipment and associated duties during aerial work flights
• Specialize in mission familiarity and provide guidance to flight crew to maintain efficiencies targets
• Quality assurance on operational data logging
• Participate in the photographic inspection program during aerial survey projects
• Technician: Assist in administrative tasks delegated by the Operations Manager such as
• Data analysis and quality control
• Right of Way and Aeroread project coordination
• Fleet scheduling
• Coordination with in-house maintenance program
• Maintenance, repair, and upkeep of surveying hardware
• Assist in technology projects and development of surveying technology
• Other Information Technology tasks in coordination with in-house tech team
• Any other duties and/or tasks as assigned by the Manager