Learjet 45/75 Series Captain, Pilot in Command – Grand Rapids, MI

Location

Grand Rapids, MI

Description

Captain for Learjet 45/75 Series aircraft. Reporting directly to the Chief Pilot, responsible for the safe conduct of flights. The Captain has the final authority in the operation of the aircraft. Must ensure compliance with all federal, state, local and foreign regulations as well as the policies and procedures specified in the company operations manual. Captains are the company’s most visible representative to the passengers and must act with tact and decorum while ensuring an efficient and safe operation.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Act as pilot in command (PIC)
Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircraft’s operation
Ensure preflight inspections are performed
Study weather conditions at destination, en route, alternate airports and departure points
Prepare flight plans (or review flight plans prepared by a scheduler dispatcher or outside provider)
Ensure that the aircraft is clean and prepared for flight with all provisions on board for the safety and comfort of the passengers
Review and calculate the aircraft weight and balance, fuel burn, and aircraft performance
Use checklists as directed through Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Supervise the first officer in any duties necessary for the smooth, safe and efficient operation of the aircraft
Coordinate the functioning of all crew members assigned to the flight
Make decisions necessary to start, delay, or cancel flights and deviate the flight from planned route or destination when operating conditions dictate
While on duty, remain available to crew and departmental staff through company cell phones and email
Work nonstandard schedule which may include weekends and holidays
Strong customer service skills, high attention to detail, adaptable, excellent follow-through and responsiveness

Qualifications

Multi-Engine Land Airline Transport Pilots License (ATPL)
Current First Class medical certificate
Speak and understand radiotelephony communications
Ability to pass drug, TSA various background screening for ID badge and ramp driving privileges
Valid passport and driver’s license
Live within two hours personal commute time from listed base (can discuss relocation package with strong candidate).

Education / Experience

High School Diploma Required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Proficiency with business software including: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Physical Demands

Working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing and pulling
Lifting up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Pilot Requirements:

3,000 total time
100 hours jet time
200 multi time
ATP or ATP written

Salary Information

Level One PIC – $115,000/year
$75/day Per Diem
Annual increases
Bonus opportunities

Benefits

Executive retention program
401K match
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Rental cars provided at outstations
Keep all hotel, rental car, and airline points
Known Crewmember
Bonus pay for flying on off-days; $1,150/day