Pilot (First Officer)

About Jazz Aviation LP

Jazz Aviation LP (Jazz) is Canada’s largest regional airline and Air Canada’s primary Air Canada Express operator, connecting people and communities to approximately 70 destinations across North America.

With over 4,200 dedicated professionals, Jazz fosters a workplace united by purpose and supported by programs and policies that promote safety, diversity, and wellness. This strong commitment to people and culture is reflected in the recognition Jazz has received across the industry.

Jazz is hiring First Officers to join an award‑winning team recognized for excellence in safety, diversity and workplace culture. We are proud to be named Canada’s Safest Employer in Public Transportation and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Visit our Awards and Recognition page to learn more about the honors we’ve earned.

Scope of our operation

• Approximately 400 daily flights operated.
• Approximately 70 destinations across Canada and the United States.
• 8.3 million passengers carried annually.

Jazz pilot bases

Jazz operates from four bases: Montreal (YUL), Toronto (YYZ), Calgary (YYC), and Vancouver (YVR). New hires will be assigned to any one of these locations based on operational requirements. Base assignments are communicated on the second day of Jazz’s ground school.

Join Jazz and establish your aviation career with Canada’s largest regional airline!

Your career at Jazz - Compensation, lifestyle & career growth

Compensation

• Competitive First Officer salary starting at $67.57 per credit hour.
• Daily expense allowance (on average $800–$1,000 tax free per month).

Lifestyle

• Our pairings offer a variety of short‑ and medium‑haul routes that can allow you to explore the far reaches of North America or stay closer to home.

Professional development and career pathway

• Jazz takes pride in a strong, people‑first culture recognized for delivering high‑quality regional flying through a supportive, can‑do approach.
• We are committed to fostering an environment where pilots can grow, develop, and thrive throughout their careers.
• Our experienced flight operations team provides mentorship, industry‑leading training standards, and continuous support to help you succeed at every stage.
• Pathway opportunities to mainline through a preferential interview process with Air Canada.
• Career development opportunities within Jazz to join the training team, advance into management, and more.

Benefits of joining our award‑winning team

• An extensive employee travel benefits program on the Air Canada network (after a wait period of 28 weeks of active, continuous service). Within the first week of training, standby travel on Air Canada and other airlines will be available to pilots for commuting purposes only. All travel programs are subject to change at Air Canada’s discretion.
• A competitive defined contribution pension plan designed to support long‑term financial well‑being.
• A comprehensive health and wellness package, including health, dental, life, and disability coverage.
• Access to an extensive list of vendors and suppliers offering Jazz employee discounts to support health, life balance and financial goals.
• An Employee Share Ownership Plan providing an opportunity to benefit financially from the growth and success of Jazz and parent company Chorus Aviation Inc.

Qualifications

Licensing & Ratings

• Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence.
• Valid Transport Canada Multi‑Engine rating.
• Valid and current Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating; must meet instrument recency requirements.
• Must have passed the IATRA within the preceding 24 months or have passed the ATPL written examination.
• Candidates must meet the Transport Canada English proficiency standard.

Medical & Security Requirements

• Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical.
• Must be able to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).

Citizenship & Travel Eligibility

• Must hold a current passport at time of hire.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident without restrictions.
• If you are a permanent resident, you must be able to obtain and maintain crew visa documentation required to operate aircraft within the USA.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma.
• Minimum of 500 hours total flying time.

* Please ensure your resume clearly outlines a breakdown of your flying hours (total time, multi‑engine time, etc.).

Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications beyond the basic requirements

• Applicants who possess a Canadian ATPL.
• Applicants with two‑crew, multi‑engine turbine experience.
• Applicants with total flying time above the minimum requirement.
• Graduates from an aviation college degree or diploma program.
• Applicants with commercial or military flight experience.
• Applicants with Flight Management System (FMS) and/or glass cockpit experience.
• Internal Jazz referral.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility

We strive to make our workplace accessible and inclusive. To support your success, we can provide accommodations for people with disabilities, such as adjustments or assistive measures to remove barriers during the recruitment process. If you require any accessibility support, please contact us at taleosupport@flyjazz.ca.

Jazz values diversity and empowers employees to foster an internal culture of inclusion. Jazz is committed to providing equitable opportunities for employment and career advancement and to creating inclusive and accessible work environments to maximize individual potential as well as psychological health and safety.