The goal of the Flight Department is to provide Avista with a safe, reliable, and cost-effective flight operation. This is a part-time Co-pilot position with the purpose of providing the full-time Pilots their allowed time off and to meet crew rest requirements. Maintains, organizes, and keeps inventory of airplane equipment, parts, and logs. Inspects and tests aircraft according to standards and regulations. Maintains, cleans, and performs checks on aircraft and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

On flying days, report time is at least one hour prior to scheduled takeoff (check with the full-time Pilot). The Co-pilot is responsible for vacuuming, cleaning, supplying, and assisting with preflight of the aircraft. Other duties include preparing coffee, catering, and assisting with the passengers and their luggage and any other support the Pilot may require with the aircraft, passengers, hangar, or office.
During flight, it is the Co-pilot’s responsibility to go back in the cabin and take care of the passengers after passing FL 180 (at the discretion of the Pilot). Flight deck workload or conditions may preclude this, again at the direction of the Pilot-In-Command. At the termination of each flight, the Co-pilot should check with the Pilot to coordinate duties prior to leaving.
On non-flying days, the Co-Pilot arrives at 0800 and departs at 1700. These days are used to perform maintenance, clean the aircraft/hangar/office, perform administrative functions, and provide an opportunity for studying aircraft systems and procedures. At the discretion of the full-time Pilot, a pager or cell phone can be used to allow crews to be on call away from the airport. A 30-minute response time is expected. It is required to check in with the Pilot at the end of each day to coordinate the following day’s schedule.
Economic restraints do not allow for a type rating or PIC status. Training and duties performed will focus on the fact that this is a Co-pilot position and approaches and landings will be at the discretion of the Pilot. Crew coordination (CRM) are an important part of a two-pilot aircraft and Avista expects the Co-pilot to play an active role in training and learning aircraft systems, normal procedures, emergency procedures, and company policies/practices.
Co-Pilots are required to wear standard business dress on flying days. Casual work clothes may be worn on non-flying days when doing maintenance and cleaning at the airport. Coordinate activities/issues with the full-time Pilots, since they are familiar with both the passengers' needs and the requirements of Avista.

Requirements

Commercial pilot license with multi-engine and instrument ratings and a current Class II physical required.
ATP and Class I physical preferred.
Flight hours and experience are important factors, as are turbine and dual pilot aircraft experience.
Recent flight time and proficiency are also considerations.
Ability to respond within 30 minutes.

Hiring Range: $40.83 to $53.08 per hour

Co-Pilot must live within 90 minutes of Spokane Airport.

To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".