First Officer - Embraer ERJ 135/145
Contour Airlines is seeking experienced and dedicated First Officers to join our Embraer Regional Jet 135/145 (ERJ) fleet. As a long-established aviation services company, Contour Airlines prioritizes integrity, safety, and a customer-centric approach in all operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence, maintain professionalism, and contribute positively to our collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prioritize safety above all operational priorities.
- Operate aircraft in full compliance with schedules and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
- Perform all assigned duties in accordance with Company manuals and policies.
- Conduct diligent preflight planning and prepare accurate flight plans.
- Deliver excellent customer service to passengers.
- Ensure aircraft cleanliness and readiness with required safety provisions on board.
- Maintain professional appearance in accordance with Company uniform policy.
- Undertake other duties as assigned by leadership.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
- Current passport.
- Commercial, multi-engine land license with an instrument airplane rating.
- First-class medical certificate (verified at interview).
- Authorized to work in the United States and able to travel internationally.
- Fluent in English with an English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE).
- Successful completion of a 10-year work history review, criminal history records check, reference check, and national driver’s record check.
- No excessive check ride failures.
- Successful completion of a DOT-required pre-employment drug screen and adherence to FAA/Company random drug and alcohol testing.
- No previous aviation-related accidents or incidents.
- Ability to work safely while adhering to OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.
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Minimum and Recommended Flight Times:
- Total Time: 500 hours minimum / 1000 hours recommended.
- Multi-Engine Time: 25 hours minimum / 100 hours recommended.
Required Skills:
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Professional demeanor with a positive, customer-oriented mindset.
- Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, stressful situations under tight time constraints.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to lift 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Flexible availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must reside within 120 minutes of the assigned base during duty periods.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Starting salary: $36,000 annually, with annual increases up to $44,959.07 based on performance.
- Pay incentives available for additional trips worked or assigned (as outlined in Scheduled Pilot Work Rules).
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Voluntary life insurance (effective the first of the month following hire).
- 401(k) savings plan with a Company match of up to 6%.
- Paid sick leave (up to 56 hours annually, with accrual up to 480 hours).
- Vested vacation hours begin January 1st after the hire date.
- Non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges on Contour Airlines upon hire and access to MyID Travel after 6 months of service.
- Opportunities for leaves of absence, including medical, parental, and personal leave.