Driscoll's is seeking a Corporate Pilot to assist in solving complex problems, taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions, and develop new concepts, methods, and techniques. The Corporate Pilot will communicate regularly with Assistant Chief Pilots to ensure all operational issues related to aircraft are addressed promptly. This role requires pilots with strong handling skills and extensive Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) background. A King Air 350 type rating is preferred but not mandatory. The company operates King Air aircraft into numerous airports with relatively short runways and at least one unimproved dirt runway, necessitating pilots with high confidence in their airmanship.
- Ensure compliance with all government, industry, and company safety and operational requirements.
- Report flight operations-related safety issues and hazards to the Chief Pilot via the Safety Management System.
- Complete all required preflight planning and preparation duties.
- Verify aircraft, weather, flight plan, and departure airport facilities meet operational requirements at departure, en route, and at destination.
- Ensure required aircraft certificates and manuals are onboard prior to commencing a flight.
- Maintain current knowledge of and adhere to Part 91 and Part 135 regulations, including recent flight experience under FAR Part 61, Standard Operating Procedures from the Driscoll's flight manual, and FAA Advisory Circular material.
- Attend regularly scheduled ground and simulator training to maintain flight proficiency and knowledge of flight operations, regulations, and aircraft systems.
- Maintain current required licenses and certificates to comply with company, ICAO (as applicable), and FAA requirements.
- Assist with loading and unloading baggage and providing passenger support as required.
- Contribute to the Business Unit's people priorities and objectives, focusing on people leader effectiveness, engaged employees, and enabling others to perform.
- Domestic and international travel required up to 90%.
- Represent Driscoll's in an ethical and business-like professional manner in all interactions.
- Commercial Multi-Engine Land, Airline Transport Pilot license preferred
- FAA First Class Medical
- Rated in King Air – 300/350 - preferred
- California Driver's License or plan to convert to California license
- 2,000 hours of total logged flight experience
- 1,500 hours Pilot In Command
- 500 hours in Jet or Turboprop
- 200 hours in type – preferred
- High School diploma required
- Two years of college or technical training preferred
- Highly motivated team player who values creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Reflects Driscoll's core values of Trustworthiness, Humility, and Passion.
- Ability to work effectively under time pressures.
- Adaptability to working outside standard M-F daytime hours when necessary.
- Effective communication skills.
- California driver’s license and eligibility for company-sponsored vehicle insurance.
- Valid passport and ability to travel internationally without restrictions.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance.
- Disability coverage (for positions > 30 hours/week).
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Profit-sharing participation.
- Paid sick time.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid personal and family care leave.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).