Driscoll's, Inc. | Pilot

About the Opportunity

The Corporate Pilot will contribute to solving complex problems by adopting a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions and develop new concepts, methods, and techniques. This role involves regular communication with Assistant Chief Pilots to ensure timely resolution of all operational issues related to company aircraft. The ideal candidate possesses strong aircraft handling skills and extensive Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) background. A King Air 350 type rating is preferred but not mandatory. This position requires pilots confident in their airmanship, particularly for operations into airports with relatively short runways, including unimproved dirt surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ensuring 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.
• Ensure aircraft, weather, flight plan, and departure airport facilities meet operational requirements for departure, en route, and destination phases of flight.
• Verify required aircraft certificates and manuals are on board prior to commencing a flight.
• Maintain current knowledge of and adherence to Part 91 and Part 135 regulations, including recent flight experience required under FAR Part 61, Standard Operating Procedures as outlined in the Driscoll's flight manual, and best practices described in FAA Advisory Circular material.
• Attend regularly scheduled ground and simulator training to maintain flight proficiency and knowledge of all 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 of baggage and providing passenger needs as required.
• Contribute to the Business Unit's people priorities and objectives concerning people leader effectiveness, engaged employees, and enabling others to perform.
• Perform domestic and international travel up to 90%.
• Represent Driscoll's in an ethical and professional business manner in all interactions with growers, co-workers, suppliers, customers, and the business community.

Candidate Profile

Requirements

Certifications/Licenses:

• Commercial Multi-Engine Land, Airline Transport Pilot license preferred.
• FAA First Class Medical.
• Rated in King Air – 300/350 - preferred.
• CA Driver's License or plan to convert to CA license.

Minimum Experience Required:

• 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.

Education:

• High School diploma required.
• Two years of college or technical training preferred.

Preferred Qualifications & Leadership Competencies

• A highly motivated team player who values creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Ability to work well under time pressures.
• Adaptability to working outside of standard M-F daytime hours when necessary.
• Effective communication skills.
• California driver's license and eligibility for company-sponsored vehicle insurance.
• A valid passport and ability to travel internationally without restrictions.

Compensation & Benefits

The estimated salary range for this Corporate Pilot position is $145,000 to $185,000 USD. Actual compensation will be determined by experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.

Driscoll's offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. Additional benefits include a 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing participation, paid sick time, paid vacation, paid personal and family care leave, and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).