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How much do tour pilot jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for tour pilot in Seattle, WA is $21.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.44 and $24.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tour pilot?

Tour pilots are professional pilots who operate aircraft, such as helicopters or small planes, to provide sightseeing or charter tours for passengers. They are responsible for safely flying the aircraft along designated routes, offering commentary about landmarks, and ensuring passengers have an enjoyable and safe experience. Tour pilots typically work for tour companies in scenic locations and must hold the required pilot certifications and adhere to all aviation regulations.

What does a tour pilot do?

As a tour pilot, you fly a plane or helicopter to give rides to tourists. You may explain sightseeing opportunities, transport passengers between local destinations, or answer questions about the areas you pass by. For most tours, you follow a predetermined path that begins and ends at the same airport. You may drop passengers off at designated locations, then return to pick them up later. Most tour pilots work with registered tour companies that help advertise flights and find customers, though some work independently. In this career, you may also work as a certified flight instructor (CFI) or provide emergency transportation as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tour pilot, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tour Pilot, you need a commercial pilot’s license, strong navigation skills, and thorough knowledge of aviation regulations. Familiarity with flight planning software, GPS navigation systems, and aircraft-specific instrumentation is typically required. Excellent communication, customer service, and situational awareness are essential soft skills for engaging with passengers and ensuring safety. These abilities are crucial to providing a safe, enjoyable, and informative tour experience while maintaining compliance with aviation standards.

What are some common challenges tour pilots face when managing group dynamics during sightseeing flights?

Tour pilots often need to balance providing an engaging, informative experience with ensuring passenger safety and comfort. Managing diverse groups can be challenging, especially when dealing with nervous flyers or guests with varying levels of interest and mobility. Pilots must communicate clearly, anticipate guest needs, and adapt their narration style to suit different audiences, all while maintaining strict adherence to flight protocols. Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism help create a positive atmosphere and foster memorable experiences for guests.

What is the difference between Tour Pilot vs Helicopter Pilot?

AspectTour PilotHelicopter Pilot
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), specific to sightseeing flightsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), often with additional type ratings
Work EnvironmentTourist destinations, sightseeing routes, scenic flightsVarious, including charter flights, corporate, and transport
Industry UsagePrimarily in tourism and leisure sectorsBroader, including transportation, emergency services, and tourism

Tour Pilots specialize in providing scenic and sightseeing helicopter flights within the tourism industry, requiring specific certifications for passenger flights. Helicopter Pilots have a broader scope, operating in various sectors beyond tourism, such as transportation and emergency services, with similar licensing requirements. While all Tour Pilots are Helicopter Pilots, not all Helicopter Pilots work in tourism. The key difference lies in their work environment and specialization.

What are the most commonly searched types of Tour Pilot jobs in Seattle, WA?

The most popular types of Tour Pilot jobs in Seattle, WA are:

Infographic showing various Tour Pilot job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,524 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

IT System Administration-Journey - Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator

Shoreline Community College

Shoreline, WA • On-site

$94K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Salary: $94,601.00 - $124,136.00 Annually
Location : Shoreline College, WA
Job Type: Classified Staff (Full-Time)
Job Number: 00949
Department: eLearning & Classroom Support
Opening Date: 09/02/2026
Position Summary
Date of First Consideration: October 7, 2026
Applications received by the date of consideration will have priority in the review process, noting the position will remain open until a final hire is made in the event a return for review of late applications is needed.
OFM Salary Range for IT System Administration- Journey: 06IT -$94,601 (Step A) -$124,136/yr (Step L), depending on years of experience*
Salary is set by WA Office of Financial Management and is not negotiable. Salary listed is inclusive of King County Pay Premium.
*Step M at $127,235 is attainable for those who have 6 consecutive years working in a WA State institution.
Welcome! Learn More About Shoreline AND Video Tour Our Campus!
The Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator is a full-time, classified position within Shoreline College's eLearning Resources Department and reports directly to the Director of eLearning Services. This position is the technical lead and system administrator responsible for deploying and maintaining a range of technologies to support teaching and learning including the college's learning management system (currently Canvas), integrated technologies such as lecture capture, web conferencing, and a suite of other learning-focused technology tools. The Learning Management System Administrator works collaboratively with coworkers in the eLearning department, Technology Support Services, and others across campus to ensure stable learning systems and to enable innovative approaches to learning through technology.
Primary responsibilities include the following:
  • Lead overall system management and related tasks, such as customization, configuration, installation, integration, maintenance, modification, operation, planning, and testing.
  • Conduct testing and piloting of new tools and updates to LMS and integrated technologies prior to installing and deploying into a live production environment. Test interfaces between the LMS and related applications or integrations with other systems in both pre-production and production environments.
  • Serve as the single point of technical support for issues requiring tier 2 intervention for the LMS and all related/integrated applications. Identify, research, troubleshoot and resolve issues, provide support solutions via email, phone, video call, or other technology to students, faculty and staff.
  • Ensure user role permission levels, and system practices are in place to ensure regulatory compliance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act).
  • Manage and extend integrations which control user account creation/deletion, user rights, courses, enrollments, and other automated functions.
  • Responsible for awareness, assessment, editing, and testing custom HTML, CSS and JS code in LMS and maintaining/ troubleshooting issues with this coding as needed, particularly after the monthly LMS updates.
  • Collaborate with members of the eLearning department, faculty, and other college staff to develop and implement innovative solutions for technology-enabled teaching, student support, course design, and assessment.

Qualifications
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in educational technology, instructional design, computer science, adult education or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Two years' experience with system configuration and support of a major software system, preferably a learning management system
  • Education/ experience may substitute year for year

Knowledge Of:
  • Learning Management System Administrator role/tasks and able to ensure security of the systems
  • General digital accessibility knowledge as these impact Canvas and other eLearning-supported tools
  • HTML/CSS and Javascript
  • Ability to successfully integrate LTI 1.3 tools into the LMS
  • Microsoft Office tools including Sharepoint, Outlook, Teams; Zoom and other internet applications

Skill In:
  • Taking initiative to problem solve issues that arise through effective troubleshooting and research
  • Providing effective customer service for both students and faculty
  • Fostering a climate of belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
  • Giving attention to detail, with accuracy, while completing tasks within competing deadlines
  • Preparing clear and concise written materials for dissemination to diverse audiences
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships at all organizational levels
  • Demonstrating effective time management, multitasking, and coordinating work activities with multiple partners. Ability to meet competing deadlines and priorities
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of students, staff, and the public in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner

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Conditions of Employment
Physical Work Environment:
The College provides services both online and in-person. This position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings. Please note, there may be limited opportunities for online work depending on program or area needs. If authorized for online work, employees will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs.
Terms Of Employment/Salary:
This position is allocated to pay range 06IT, under the Washington State Office of Financial Management higher education salary schedule. Salary placement for new employees is determined by the College. This position works 40 hours per week, with a schedule dependent upon department needs. Hiring of this position is contingent on available funding as determined by the College President.
Required Materials
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
  • NEOGOV online application
  • Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position
  • Current resume

Please Note:
  • Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application
  • If you are chosen to move forward in this recruitment, you will be notified via email to the address listed in your application (make sure to check spam/junk folders)

Other Conditions:
Shoreline College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit:
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at .
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline College does not currently sponsor H-1B visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXEMPT, CLASSIFIED, AND FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
*See bottom for Part-Time Faculty Benefits Information
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Optional Flexible Medical Spending Account (FSA)
  • Optional Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
  • Optional SRA Tax Annuities
  • Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Optional Home/Auto Insurance with Liberty Mutual
  • Optional Credit Union participation
  • Optional GET (Guaranteed Education Tuition) Program
  • Tuition Waiver
  • Various Professional Development & Wellness Programs

Health Insurance
Employee premiums for health insurance range depending on the plan and dependents covered.
  • Two options for standard managed-care plans
  • One value managed-care plan
  • Three preferred provider options
  • Two CDHP options

Dental Insurance
Employees have three dental plans to choose from.
  • Two managed-care dental plan
  • One preferred provider dental plan

Life Insurance
Life Insurance overview:
  • $35,000 basic coverage and $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment coverage at no cost to the employee
  • Optional coverage for spouse, children, supplemental, optional, and additional accidental death and dismemberment coverage - all at additional cost to the employee

Long-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance overview:
  • Basic Coverage: 90 day waiting period, $240 per month maximum
  • Optional Coverage: 90+ day waiting period, 60% of gross pay - tax free (retirement plan still continues)

Retirement Plans
  • Public Employees Retirement System Plan 2 or Plan 3. Classified and civil service positions eligible to participate.
  • Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) - Plan 3. Available for those who have been enrolled and vested in the past
  • State Board Retirement Plan administered through TIAA-CREF - full time faculty and administrative/exempt positions eligible to participate.

The Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) manages health, dental, life, and long term disability insurance. The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services administers Shoreline's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
PART-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
A part time faculty member becomes eligible for benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Spring and fall quarters are considered consecutive quarters for benefits eligibility. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time.
A part time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options.
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A student comes to eLearning in distress. They are trying to submit their final essay in Canvas and receive an error message every time they try. Now the deadline is approaching fast. Please briefly explain, in 5 sentences or less, how you would support the student while problem solving their issue.
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