Aerial Crop Duster

Languages - English

Education - Airline/commercial/professional pilot and flight crew

Experience - 5 years or more

Work must be completed at the physical location

Work site environment - Commercial aviation, Aerial surveys, Crop dusting and spraying

Work Setting - Rural area

Staff accommodation provided

Tasks

Fly fixed wing aircrafts or helicopters

Follow emergency procedures to compensate for equipment malfunction or failure

Monitor operation of engine and aircraft systems during flight

Record equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken during flight

Report required repairs to ground maintenance personnel

Co-ordinate flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control, inform crew members of flight and test procedures and direct activities of aircraft crew during flights

Conduct in-flight tests and monitor functioning of aircraft equipment and systems during flights

Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft and check passenger and cargo distribution to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met

Maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions

Supervise 1 - 2 people

Commercial Pilot License - fixed wing

Pesticide Applicator's License

Experience - Bulk handling system, Sprayer or duster

Area of specialization - Pesticides

Bondable, Medical exam

Vehicle supplied by employer

Valid driver's license

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines

Physically demanding

Attention to detail

20/20 vision

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Hand-eye co-ordination

Ability to distinguish between colors

Sound discrimination

Personal suitability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Accurate

Client focus

Judgement

Reliability