You Can Get Paid To Chase Hot Air Balloons Around Ontario This Summer

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Watching hot air balloons drift through the sky is always exciting, and with this Ontario summer job, you can actually get paid to do it.

Sundance Balloons offers soaring adventures throughout Canada, and they're currently hiring for the summer.

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You can be part of the hot air balloon chase crew and spend your days following balloons along their routes.

The position runs from May to October, and duties include setting up and packing up the balloon, following it in a vehicle from the ground, and interacting with customers.

Ideal candidates must be at least 21 and possess a clean driving record, and experience driving trailers as well as a First Aid/CPR certificate is considered an asset.

The position pays minimum wage and involves early mornings and late evenings.

The company operates out of several cities across the province, including Ottawa and Kitchener.

If you stay with the company for a number of years, you may also get the chance to train as a hot air balloon pilot.

Spend your summer chasing after balloons as they float through the sky with this position.

Hot Air Balloon Chase Crew

Salary: $14.25/hr

Company: Sundance Balloons

Who Should Apply: Ideal candidates are at least 21 years old, possess a clean driving record, and have a moderate level of fitness.

Apply Here

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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