Employment
Work for Coastal Helicopters
Coastal Helicopters, in beautiful Southeast Alaska, provides guided Alaskan dog sled tours, glacier landings, utility support, and year-round contract and charter services. Whether you are an established professional within the industry, or this is your first experience working in tourism, Coastal Helicopters has a variety of engaging and fulfilling opportunities for YOU! We are always excited to welcome passionate, hard-working customer service gurus to the team. Sound like you? We’d love to get to know you!
Current Openings
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Seasonal Tour Pilot Positions
Seasonal pilot positions are available from April through September. Applicants must have a minimum of 1000 hours of helicopter PIC and an instrument rating. Experience in Airbus H125 is preferred but not required.
Send cover letters and resumes to jobs@coastalhelicopters.com
Full-time Pilot Positions (All positions filled)
Must have snow, mountain, and longline experience, be OAS and USFS carded and willing to live in Juneau. Excellent salary and benefits.
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A&P Mechanics
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
- Valid US driver’s license.
- Previously experience on the AS350 series and/or 206 Bell Jet Ranger Preferred.
Apprentices (Filled!)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in aviation.
- Willingness to work in various conditions and handle physical tasks.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Maintenance Quality Assurance Technicians (Filled!)
- Attention to detail and high organizational skills.
- Knowledge of aviation regulations and standards.
- Technical expertise in aircraft systems and maintenance procedures.
- A&P Preferred.
Please send resumes and cover letters to aortega@coastalhelicopters.com
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- Reservations Staff
- Dock Representatives
- Drivers (Non-CDL)
- Ground Crew and Operations
- Dispatch
- Fuel
- Flight Coordinator
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Sales & Marketing Manager
The Sales & Marketing Manager reports to the General Manager and works in coordination with the Tour Operations Manager to drive sales performance, manage affiliate relations, and lead marketing initiatives for Coastal Helicopters. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to balance sales logistics, customer relations, and staff management. The Sales & Marketing Manager plays a key role in ensuring effective sales operations, maintaining community and industry partnerships, and promoting Coastal’s brand with professionalism and creativity.
Qualifications & Requirements:
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Professional and strong verbal and written communication skills;
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Strong leadership and supervisory experience, with the ability to recruit, train, and motivate staff;
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Tourism and/or helicopter industry experience preferred;
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Proficient in Google (mail, drive, sheets, etc.) & Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.);
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Experience with digital marketing, social media, and tour product development;
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Ability to manage sales logistics, contracts, and affiliate relationships with attention to detail;
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Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to shift gears effortlessly;
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Outgoing, friendly, and customer service-oriented;
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Ability to maintain positive relationships with community organizations, affiliates, and industry partners;
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Must be able to pass airport security requirements to acquire a Juneau Airport Badge;
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Valid driver license is required and driving record must conform to company standards;
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Associate’s degree or higher in business, marketing, tourism, or a related field (preferred);
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Pre-employment drug screen is mandatory and the position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Flight Coordinator
The Flight Coordinator serves as the central point of communication between operations, flight crew and customers to ensure safe, efficient, and professional operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The Flight Coordinator must maintain clear communication across all departments while providing excellent customer service.
Qualifications & Requirements:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
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Strong organizational and time-management abilities with the capacity to prioritize effectively;
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Customer service-oriented with the ability to remain professional and calm under pressure;
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Proficient in Google (mail, drive, sheets, etc.) & Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.);
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Ability to learn and operate scheduling and reservation systems;
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Attention to detail with the ability to track flights, passengers, and logistics accurately;
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Team player who can work cohesively with pilots, operations staff, and other departments;
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Must be able to pass airport security requirements to acquire a Juneau Airport Badge;
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Valid driver license is required and driving record must conform to company standards;
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Previous aviation, dispatch, or tourism industry experience preferred;
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Pre-employment drug screen is mandatory and the position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Quality Assurance Technician
The Quality Assurance Technician reports directly to the General Manager, or to the Director of Maintenance in their absence, and is responsible for maintaining aircraft records and ensuring maintenance quality through audits, inspections, and compliance monitoring. This role requires strong technical knowledge of aviation maintenance, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with multiple departments to uphold safety and regulatory standards.
Qualifications & Requirements:
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Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, maintenance policies and procedures, and aviation industry standards;
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Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills with the ability to track and audit records accurately;
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Ability to collaborate effectively with the Director of Maintenance, Parts Logistics Manager, and other departments;
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Skilled in reviewing and interpreting technical data such as Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs);
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Proficient in Google (mail, drive, sheets, etc.) & Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.);
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Strong written and verbal communication skills;
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Ability to learn and operate maintenance tracking systems;
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Ability to identify systemic issues, recommend improvements, and ensure corrective actions are implemented;
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Must be able to pass airport security requirements to acquire a Juneau Airport Badge;
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Valid driver license is required and driving record must conform to company standards;
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Associate’s degree or higher in aviation maintenance, quality assurance, or a related field (preferred);
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Previous aviation quality control or aircraft maintenance experience strongly preferred;
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Pre-employment drug screen is mandatory and the position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
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