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Seasonal Agricultural Pilot (Fixed‑Wing) — Air Tractor AT‑802

Seasonal Agricultural Pilot (Fixed‑Wing) — Air Tractor AT‑802

Join X3 Aviation for the growing season and take the controls of our Air Tractor (AT‑802) fleet based in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. If you’re an experienced ag pilot with the right Canadian credentials, this is your chance to deliver precision aerial application when it matters most.

  • Location: Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada
  • Season: May–September
  • Aircraft: Air Tractor AT‑802
  • License Required: Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)
  • Rating Required: Aerial Application Rating
  • Employer: X3 Aviation
  • Employment Type: Seasonal (Fixed-term)

✈️ About the role

As a seasonal fixed‑wing agricultural pilot, you’ll fly aerial application missions from our Wetaskiwin base throughout the May–September ag season. You’ll leverage your low‑level precision skills to deliver safe, efficient, and effective application for our customers.

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Conduct safe, accurate aerial application in the AT‑802 in accordance with regulations and company SOPs.
  • Plan missions, assess weather and field conditions, and execute low‑level operations with precision.
  • Coordinate closely with ground crews for loading, mixing, fueling, and turn‑time efficiency.
  • Perform thorough pre‑ and post‑flight inspections and maintain required flight and operational logs.
  • Operate from Wetaskiwin and nearby satellite strips as required by mission profiles.

🧰 What you bring

  • Valid Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
  • Valid Aerial Application Rating.
  • Proven experience as an agricultural (aerial application) pilot in fixed‑wing aircraft.
  • Excellent low‑level airmanship, situational awareness, and precision flying skills.
  • Strong safety mindset, clear communication, and teamwork with ground operations.

Note: The posting seeks an experienced ag pilot; a specific flight‑hour minimum is not stated.

🌟 Seasonal details

  • Term: Seasonal engagement aligned with the ag season (May–September).
  • Base of operations: Wetaskiwin, AB with operations across surrounding service areas.
  • Fleet: Air Tractor AT‑802.

📨 How to apply

Ready to fly with X3 Aviation this season? Apply with your resume/CV and include proof of your Canadian CPL and Aerial Application Rating. Briefly outline your agricultural flying experience and availability for the May–September season.

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