Description
Citation XLS aircraft. Reporting directly to the Chief Pilot, responsible for the safe conduct of flights. Aircraft will be operated under Part 91 and 135 regulations and will be based in Holland, MI. Residency within 120 minutes is required.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Act as second in command (SIC)
Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircraft’s operation
Ensure pre-flight 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:
1,500 total time
100 hours jet time
ATP or ATP written
A strong commitment to customer service
Bonus opportunities
Benefits
Executive retention program
401K match
$ 56/day per diem
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Pilots receive rental cars on all trips; points redeemable to you
Hilton hotel stays on overnights; hotel points redeemable to you
Known Crewmember
Bonus pay for flying on off-days