Description
Captain--Pilot
Location: Oklahoma City, OK, US, 73120
Req ID: 284204
BASIC PURPOSE: To ensure scheduled passengers arrive at their destinations promptly, safely, and efficiently.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of company corporate aircraft to support corporate and personal travel needs of approved individuals.
Handle and be discrete with personal and confidential information which would have immediate impact on flight passengers and/or the company if shared beyond its intended audience and relevant company management.
Performs pilot planning duties to include: filing flight plans; obtaining flight, weather and airport operations information; scheduling ground transportation needs; coordinating with flight dispatch and Aviation Manager - Chief Pilot
Monitors line services, including aircraft fueling, cleaning, and preparations
Ensures aircraft is stocked with necessary provisions and complies with security protocols while on business trips
Performs pre- and post-flight inspections on aircraft
Maintains flight records, aircraft maintenance logs, and trend monitoring data (or other records as required by company policy and/or federal authority)
Performs aircraft database and navigation chart updates as necessary and accomplishes logging of pilot duty
Reports all aircraft maintenance issues and communicates aircraft maintenance needs with company mechanic and/or Aviation Manager – Chief Pilot
Accomplishes maintenance test flights as needed
Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned and as needed, to ensure the safety and efficiency of the aviation department
QUALIFICATIONS
FAA Airline Transport Pilot or Commercial Pilot certificate with Instrument Rating
FAA Second Class medical certificate (Ability to obtain First Class if necessary, for travel)
2 years Corporate flight experience (Preferred)
3000 total flying hours with a minimum 1500 hours as PIC
1000 hours in multi-engine aircraft with a minimum 500 hours as PIC
500 hours turbine (Preferred)
CE-560XL and/or CE-680 Type Rating (Preferred, but not required)
Knowledge of aircraft systems and emergency procedures
Possess and maintain current US Passport
Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Cisco Webex, iPad and laptop operations)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Organizational abilities and attention to detail
Customer service oriented
Operates with honesty and integrity
Pass a drug/alcohol screening and FAA background check.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education:
HS Diploma or equivalent required
College Degree (Preferred)
Experience:
3-5 years
SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage numerous competing demands in an extremely high stress environment
Typical Physical Demands:
Frequent travel is required
Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
Must be able to speak and listen clearly
Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping
Able to view aircraft display screens for extended periods
Fine visual acuity and the ability to read and write with accuracy
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator
Will be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, extreme hot and cold depending on weather conditions
Job Function(s): Other
Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we’ve provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces.” We’re passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly.