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Cargo First Officer – Metroliner (SW4), Calgary (YYC) | Future Opportunities
Join the Carson Air Talent Community: Metroliner First Officers at YYC
Carson Air has delivered uninterrupted essential air cargo services across Western Canada for more than 30 years. If you’re an IFR-proficient, safety-focused pilot who thrives on challenge and precision, we’d love to hear from you—and keep you in the loop for upcoming opportunities on our Metroliner (SW4) fleet.
Important: This is a talent-community posting for future First Officer openings in Calgary. It does not indicate an immediate vacancy.
✈️ About the Role
As a Cargo First Officer based at YYC, you’ll operate in a professional two-crew environment on the Metroliner (SW4), gaining exceptional exposure to hand-flying, multi-engine operations, instrument weather, and mountain flying throughout Western Canada. You’ll support the Captain in delivering safe, efficient, and on-time cargo services in alignment with regulations, customer requirements, and company standards.
🧭 What You’ll Do
- Assist the Captain in all phases of flight to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations
- Operate turbine-powered, pressurized SW4 aircraft in a two-crew IFR environment
- Execute SOPs, checklist discipline, and company policies to exacting standards
- Contribute to effective flight planning, performance calculations, and weather/NOTAM reviews
- Build advanced skills in multi-engine, IMC, and mountain operations while hand-flying when appropriate
- Uphold a strong safety culture and professional communication with operations and customers
🧰 What You Bring
- Licensing: Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with Multi-Engine IFR
- Record: No Transport Canada violations or suspensions
- Skills: Strong organization and attention to detail; solid computer and Internet literacy; clear written and verbal communication
Preferred:
- 500+ hours total time and 100+ hours multi-engine
- IATRA written examinations completed
- Metroliner (SW4) experience
- Aviation diploma or equivalent post-secondary training
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
- Predictable Monday–Friday rotation with schedules known in advance
- Typically fly 2–3 times per week and return to home base daily
- Competitive compensation with ongoing training and mentorship
- Clear pathways for internal advancement within a stable, long-standing cargo operation
- Outstanding experience-building in multi-crew, IFR, and mountain environments
📎 Important Notes
- Successful applicants must sign a Training Bond Agreement unless already type rated on the SW4
- This is a talent-community posting for future openings; selected candidates may be contacted as roles become available
📨 Express Your Interest
Ready to advance your career on the Metroliner? Submit your details to join our YYC First Officer talent community. We’ll reach out when suitable opportunities open.