NAV Canada is hiring in Quebec and you can make over $200K with just a high school diploma

Think six-figure jobs are only for people with university degrees? Think again. NAV Canada is currently hiring in Quebec, and you could earn up to $201,407 a year with just a high school diploma.

NAV Canada, the national organization responsible for civil air traffic control and flight planning, is actively recruiting new candidates, and no post-secondary education or prior experience is required. The organization provides fully paid training, and successful recruits can land one of two highly compensated roles: regional (IFR) controller or tower (VFR) controller.

The paid training period offers a salary between $56,899 and $59,550, depending on the role. The training programs can last from 12 to 27 months and include classroom instruction, simulator practice, and hands-on experience at one of NAV Canada's seven regional control centres or 42 tower locations across the country.

For Area Controllers (IFR):

• Qualified salary: $139,333 to $201,407
• Annual premium: $5,290 to $51,318
• Training includes three phases: classroom and simulator sessions, followed by on-the-job training
• Training duration: 20 to 27 months

For Tower Controllers (VFR):

• Qualified salary: $101,221 to $201,407
• Annual premium: $5,290 to $51,318
• Training includes classroom and simulator instruction, plus real-time experience
• Training duration: 12 to 27 months

To apply for either position, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Be bilingual in French and English (some roles outside Quebec may accept English only)
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Pass cognitive testing, medical screening, a drug test, and security checks
• Be open to relocating anywhere in Canada after training

If you've got quick decision-making skills, strong memory, and can keep cool under pressure, this could be your shot at a high-paying, stable career — no college required.

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