Under general supervision, serve as SCFC Pilot for the purpose of aerial detection and tactical support to wildfire suppression personnel on the ground in the Region and other areas as requested. Fly missions for insect & disease, storm damage assessment, hurricane evacuation and response, BMP flights, and other purposes. Assist with aircraft maintenance, record keeping, forest management and general maintenance in the region.

Operate single engine aircraft to conduct air operations to include aerial detection and support to suppression resources on the ground. Obtain aviation weather and monitor fire weather. Establish and modify flight routes in coordination with the Air Operations Manager, Chief Pilot, and regional staff. Coordinate aviation requests and assist scheduling flights for temp pilots with regional staff and Chief Pilot. Schedule flights, provide check rides and evaluate capabilities for current and prospective temp pilots. Perform required training and ensure that aircraft are exercised and maintained in compliance with the Air Operations Manual. Maintain flight logs, maintenance records, and consolidate aircraft data for state accident fund, FEPP, and other required reports. Attend coordination meetings with EMO, E 10DPS, and other agencies to prepare for hurricane response. Assist with forest management and general maintenance at the regional office during periods of low fire activity. Schedule and provide flights for insect & disease, BMP, storm damage, evacuation assistance, and other non-fire missions. Ensure that non-fire flights do not exceed 10% monthly flight time.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Licensed as a commercial pilot and rated for the type of aircraft one is assigned. Knowledge of flight characteristics and systems of aircraft flown. Knowledge of FAA regulations. Knowledge of flight planning, air navigation, meteorology and map reading. Skill in the operation of a single-engine aircraft. Ability to recognize abnormal and unsafe flight operations and to initiate actions to handle in-flight emergencies. Ability to communicate effectively.

Must hold a current commercial or Airline Transport Pilot certificate with ratings appropriate to category and class of aircraft used by the SCFC. Current Second Class Medical Certificate and current flight review required. Minimum of 1,000 hours PIC and 200 hours in category and class of aircraft used by the SCFC

Additional Comments

Individual must possess the ability to make independent judgements and decisions in addition to the ability to work effectively and efficiently under general supervision.

Position requires occasional work outside in cold or hot weather. Duties require weekend and evening work providing support to firefighting and field operations. Occasional out-of-town and out-of-state travel. Position requires availability on weekends for prolonged periods during high wildfire activity. Works a Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM schedule. Occasional overnight travel required. This is an essential position.