Evertz Microsystems

[Torresdenochea]

It was a $8,000 bond which I was told by their HR Manager that even renewals have a bond so if you leave halfway through the year then you owe them money.

I don’t think its legal to bond renewals. However I could very much be wrong! Anyone?

Also, did they mention pay?

[Evertz]

It was a $8,000 bond which I was told by their HR Manager that even renewals have a bond so if you leave halfway through the year then you owe them money.

We are working on that

[Evertz]

Wonder why they have a revolving door of pilots?

No revolving door. Pilots use us as a stepping stone to the Airlines. Nobody early in there carrier want to be on a King Air the rest of their lives. Thats pretty much a standard.

[Torresdenochea]

Evertz;

Thanks for coming here and clarifying some things for us. While we have you, would it be okay if you posted some details about the FO and Captain schedule, pay scales and benefits?

Not everyone wants to go to the Airlines by the way.

Thanks again

[Evertz]

I emailed their CP and asked all the standard questions, but didn't really get any straight forward answers in terms of pay and schedule. All I know is that you need to live within 1 hour drive from Burlington which won't work for me.

All the best to those that get the job!

As I suggested to you…if you were truly interested; apply through the appropriate channels. I believe I gave you HR’s email address.

If we feel you are a fit and you like the job as described, we will do everything within reason to make a solid offer. This type of flying Gig isn’t for everyone!

Our company is a large company that has a fair and efficient hiring process. It must be adhered to by all departments.

[Tanker299]

Such a shady answer. That's a way of saying it's shite. If you want people to stay pay them to stay. I'm sure you pay other employees in your company make more then you pay your pilots. Plus the fact that you have airplanes means you have money. Not many young people want to stay but your going to have a hard time getting older folks as their wife's usually have jobs or careers. You need a household income of 200k to live in the GTA the way you live in other cities. You also have to include a quality of life. Living on call 24/7 well no one wants that. You don't make your other employees live in call like that I am willing to bet or even dictate where they can live. Enjoy the revolving door and endless training costs. You have earned it. And in case you have not noticed only shite companies have bonds.

[Evertz]

Evertz;

Thanks for coming here and clarifying some things for us. While we have you, would it be okay if you posted some details about the FO and Captain schedule, pay scales and benefits?

Not everyone wants to go to the Airlines by the way.

Thanks again

Schedules

We need to work around our service department, sales, and tech departments. We USUALLY know about a FLT 1 week in advance with occasional minor changes leading up to the FLT.

Benefits

are the best you can ask for. Also we have company matched group RSP

Pay

is also depending on your experience. I can tell you starting FO’s are paid above a lot of other carriers, charter,etc. Captain Pay is discussed during the interview if selected for the position. I know this isn’t giving you the exact information you are looking for. All this will be discussed through the interview process

[Evertz]

Such a shady answer. That's a way of saying it's shite. If you want people to stay pay them to stay. I'm sure you pay other employees in your company make more then you pay your pilots. Plus the fact that you have airplanes means you have money. Not many young people want to stay but your going to have a hard time getting older folks as their wife's usually have jobs or careers. You need a household income of 200k to live in the GTA the way you live in other cities. You also have to include a quality of life. Living on call 24/7 well no one wants that. You don't make your other employees live in call like that I am willing to bet or even dictate where they can live. Enjoy the revolving door and endless training costs. You have earned it. And in case you have not noticed only shite companies have bonds.

Dont apply... I've been with the company 6 years now, and I do quite well. Its pretty easy to puff your chest and say anything you want while hiding behind Tanker299.

Question for you...where are you working right now?

[LegoMan]

I think the chief pilot's task is a difficult one, and I appreciate that he wants to change things and it won't be done in one day. In a corporate flight department you have bean counters that are probably not human and they don't understand why you would change something from what was done before especially if there is a cost increase to it. It's the unfortunate side of corporate aviation and I have seen this in a company I worked for before. I have headed up change management in both the food industry and healthcare and as much as the change is warranted and needed, it's almost impossible to get people to agree to doing something different than they are used to. The money is there, nobody wants to spend it.

[Evertz]

I think the chief pilot's task is a difficult one, and I appreciate that he wants to change things and it won't be done in one day. In a corporate flight department you have bean counters that are probably not human and they don't understand why you would change something from what was done before especially if there is a cost increase to it. It's the unfortunate side of corporate aviation and I have seen this in a company I worked for before. I have headed up change management in both the food industry and healthcare and as much as the change is warranted and needed, it's almost impossible to get people to agree to doing something different than they are used to. The money is there, nobody wants to spend it.

100% we have implemented many changes! There are many more to come. This type of flying job is not for everyone. I can say this. Every pilot that I have trained and has moved on; still keeps a close relationship with me personally to this day.

[Tanker299]

Slow clap for you. Trust me I am not applying. All of six years eh.... wow I'm impressed. Clearly the other pilots who worked for you were not impressed. Small corporate flight department for as you say such a big company don't have turnover if they are a good job. Not like you have been having over the years. Trust me again when I say I have a way better job then you do. Like I said enjoy the perpetual training cycle. You have earned it.

[Evertz]

Slow clap for you. Trust me I am not applying. All of six years eh.... wow I'm impressed. Clearly the other pilots who worked for you were not impressed. Small corporate flight department for as you say such a big company don't have turnover if they are a good job. Not like you have been having over the years. Trust me again when I say I have a way better job then you do. Like I said enjoy the perpetual training cycle. You have earned it.

Whatever!

[Torresdenochea]

Time to lock this???

[LegoMan]

Yea, it's done.

[Zaibatsu]

Yep, looking for suckers to apply. Have fun with no life and no pay.

$80k for a King Air driver is a starting point. No lower than $40k for FOs. And a monthly roster with guaranteed days off. Now you’re at the level of the medevacs.

Nobody is going to plan their lives one day or one week at a time at the whim of execs and count driving around in a rental car with another crew member in some suicide inducing flyover state a “lifestyle” unless they are really drinking the kool aide.

[Evertz]

Let me shed a bit of light on this entire topic.

Not every job is perfect or meets the needs of everyone. This position is no different. I personally think it’s pretty good; that’s why I’m here, and also why I’m the CP. Everyone can poke holes in everything! BUT as I read through posts I see several opinions from people that hide in plane site! Then we as readers take their opinions as truth! People claim they have 20 years experience and they know everything about the industry etc. How true is that in reality, while they hide behind an assumed name! Yet you as the reader will take it as fact!

Do your research!

Whatever I say on this site can be manipulated and twisted!

We are offering a position that I believe is a pretty good Job. Our company offers an excellent benefit package with good pay! Is the pay Excellent; You decide that when you get interviewed. Don’t listen to opinions from people you don’t know and don’t even identify themselves, and frankly only assume facts.

If you are not satisfied with what you are currently doing; Apply! It’s as simple as that! You will decide if the job is the right fit for you! Anyone I have interviewed will tell you that am very forthright and I try to explain all aspects of the position good and bad! I have no hidden agenda. Let’s face it; I would like anyone that works on my team to be happy, content and feel supported. Anyone that has worked, on my team, can back that up! If you as a candidate would like reverse referrals from people that have in fact worked with me; I would be more than happy to provide that before you make your decision.

To be perfectly clear; if you are interested in finding out more about our company simply apply! Not everyone will be selected for an interview because we just can’t hire everyone. Like you we will do our due diligence to make as best a decision we can before we offer the job. You in turn have full control to decide on the actual facts you get provided to you, if it will be a fit for you, and your lifestyle. It really is that easy. For those of you that know me; “I like easy”!!

So stop dipping your toes in the pond! If you want to go swimming; jump in! If you don’t like the water; towel off and go to the next pond!

I am not hiding behind a fake name. I am the CP and I will try to make life as comfortable for you as possible under my watch. Yes I can back that up!

Safe flying to you all!!!

Brian

[Bradley Tucker]

Good Day Eveyone

I hardly reply to these post but felt I had something to add so here we go. I am not hiding behind a username and will speak the truth.

I have worked for Evertz and as a company I had no complaints they look after you while on the road, you can eat healthy and never hungry. They are not an aviation company but a company that utilize aircraft to services their clients so does that present challenges yes for sure.

As for the pay well I’m not sure what it is now, however when I was there I only ever had what they call a last minute call out and at that I had 12 hrs notice. Could I get called out on less notice sure but it’s not common. We had lots of notice of flights and often worked less then a 5 day work week. Was I available to them other days yes for sure that’s the job, did I work 5 days a week no I did not.

I to get tired of hearing negative comments from people on this form when not even using your real name that’s why I use my real name and will only speak the truth as it’s a small industry. If you are scared to use your real name because of your post content then maybe you should rethink your post’s content.

With any job you apply for gather your information, apply if you wish, use all you have to make a decision if you want it or not. Every company I’m sure has issues.

Good luck to all job hunters, I knows it’s tough out there but do what you think is best for you with the information you have.

Bradley

[MWalkie]

Hello folks,

I've worked at Evertz in the past and can personally comment on the FO and Captain positions. The maintenance is excellent and I've heard they have recently updated their flight deck to a glass setup. The flying is great, operating out of Burlington is hassle free and the primary destinations are KTEB, KBED, KBDL and CYUL with a good variety of secondary locations throughout Canada and the US. The CP is very professional, dedicated and committed to providing a safe, enjoyable working environment. As an FO you will gain great exposure to twin turbine, high density airspace and be able to live in the GTA. The pay is competitive and the schedule is excellent. While working there I had almost every weekend off and would work an average of 3 days a week. I would highly recommend that you do your own research into the company and apply if this job is a good fit for you!

Mark

[Evertz]

Thx Brad

[Tanker299]

All people are saying mate is they want more info. People don't want to waste their time especially in today's market. Your former employee gave better details then you have. How hard would that have been. Average we give you 12hr notice, we give you scheduled days off, we have a bond of 8grand, you need to live within an hour of the airport but open to negotiations and we pay this many peanuts to our pilots but again willing to negotiate with the right people. That whole apply and find out is a mentally based in the past. When people also see what appears to be high turnover with no info they are skeptical. I don't work for you and I never have. I have stepped on all my stones already and have a career job. If you don't want to be a stepping stone then don't be one. Not everyone has SJS syndrome and no you can't eliminate SJS and you will still see people do that but I know lots of people who will never fly a jet or for any airline. Pay and lifestyle matter the most, I want to know when I can have a beer and enough money to pay for said beer plus a few more. Just that simple.