Priority Wire & Cable, a leading supplier of wire and cable in North America, is seeking a Corporate Pilot based in Little Rock, AR to provide safe and efficient operation of our corporate aircraft in transporting our CEO, executive team, employees, customers, and its guests as the company continues to grow.
The successful candidate will live within an hour of the hanger and be able to fly on short notice. You'll be flying as part of a two-person crew on our Gulfstream G550. You will conduct both overnight and weekend travel. In addition to flying duties, you'll be assisting with scheduling of flights and maintenance activities. You may also be responsible for non-flight duties such as updating databases or managing aircraft records.
This position will be a Pilot in Command (PIC) or Second in Command (SIC) depending on the qualifications of the individual hired. Relocation assistance provided.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
· Safely operate the aircraft, determine departure times and routes, and/or cancel flights based on weather or other conditions
· Ensure that the flight is conducted in complete compliance with all federal, local, and company regulations, policies, and procedures
· Conduct preflight and post flight inspections, files/reviews flight plans, and weather conditions
· Checks weather and all applicable NOTAMs where available, and determines fuel, oil, and oxygen requirements
· Accurate completion of all trip paperwork in accordance with current procedures
· Maintain a complete working knowledge of all aircraft systems which they are authorized to operate to include all emergency systems and procedures associated with the aircraft
· Responsible for ensuring a thorough and complete understanding with the second in command regarding all aspects of flight
· Ensures that the aircraft is airworthy and registered, and all required documentation is on board the aircraft
· Supervise aircraft servicing, maintenance, inspection schedules and report maintenance discrepancies
· Assist in maintenance of all records (physical and electronic), files, logbook entries, supporting data and manuals and keep them current, organized and signed off, and retained in accordance with Federal Aviation regulations
· Provide exemplary customer service to all passengers
· Must be able to travel overnight and for multiple days as needed
· Will support initial and restocking of items, supplies and food/drinks that are part of routine flights
· Other duties as needed
Demonstrated Skill in:
· Possess strong leadership, organizational skills, and attention to detail
· Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities
· Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, delivered with tact and professionalism
· Excellent conflict resolution, decision making ability and strong analytical problem-solving skills
· Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
· Ability to work as part of a team
· Ability to be proactive, efficient and seek out answers and resources when needed
· Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
· Federal Aviation Administration Airline Transport Pilot (FAA ATP) license with multi-engine and instrument rating, 1st Class Medical license, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license, and valid passport required
· 4000 hours Pilot-in-Command
· 3000 hours Multi-Engine Aircraft
· 1500 hours Turbojet
· 100 hours Gulfstream G550
· Ability to complete company approved ground and flight school
· Must be able to work flexible schedules
· Willing and able to travel worldwide without any restrictions
· No aircraft accidents or incidents or past or pending FAA violations
· Gulfstream V type rating and international experience preferred
Essential Functions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use or climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Priority Wire & Cable is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor, or take over sponsorship, of employment visas. If hired, you must provide proof that you are legally authorized to work in the US.
Priority Wire & Cable is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.