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Rise Air

ATR 72 Captain – Full-Time, Northern Operations (Saskatoon, SK)

Join Rise Air as an ATR 72 Captain

Bring your multi-engine turbine leadership to a values-driven, 100% Indigenous-owned airline serving Saskatchewan and the North. This is a salaried, full-time Captain role based in Saskatoon.

  • Company: Rise Air
  • Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Aircraft: ATR 72
  • Department: Flight Operations
  • Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent (Salaried)
  • Salary: CAD $117,832 – $155,162.24 annually
  • License: ATPL (ICAO) with Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
  • Eligibility: Legally entitled to work in Canada; valid passport and ability to travel to the USA
  • Security: Ability to obtain a Transport Canada RAIC
  • Application Deadline: August 30, 2026

✈️ The Role

As an ATR 72 Captain with Rise Air, you will be based in Saskatoon and serve northern communities, operating within a supportive, safety-focused team culture.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Serve as ATR 72 Captain within Rise Air’s Flight Operations team, based in Saskatoon and serving the North.
  • Meet Client Standards and company procedures while demonstrating knowledge of Northern Flying Operations.

🧰 What You Bring

  • Minimum 4,000 total flight hours.
  • Minimum 2,500 multi-engine hours.
  • Minimum 1,000 multi-engine turbine PIC hours.
  • PIC time on aircraft 12,500 lbs or greater preferred.
  • Valid ATPL and Multi-Engine Instrument Rating.
  • Current and valid passport; able to travel to the USA.
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada immediately.
  • Ability to obtain a Transport Canada Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
  • Knowledge of Northern Flying Operations.
  • Ability to meet requirements established by Client Standards.
  • This is a safety-sensitive position; candidates must test negative for controlled substances and alcohol prior to employment.

🌟 Rewards & Benefits

  • Annual compensation: CAD $117,832 to $155,162.24, based on skills, experience, and internal equity.
  • Total rewards package: 50/50 cost-shared life insurance; extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • RRSP contribution matching.
  • Annual wellness allowance.
  • Travel benefits: MyIDTravel access to standby and non-revenue flights with large domestic and international partners.
  • Paid leave: Vacation starting at 15 days (or 6% per year), up to 10 days paid medical leave annually, and up to 3 days paid personal leave annually.
  • Positive, values-driven culture at a 100% Indigenous-owned company.
  • Career growth opportunities in an affordable, vibrant province.

📨 How to Apply

Submit your application by August 30, 2026. Recruitment accommodation is available upon request.


Hiring considerations: In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Preference is given to qualified Indigenous applicants.