Lead Captain - Citation XLS
Priester Aviation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Captain to join our team. This full-time position is based in Wheeling, Illinois (PWK) and involves operating a Citation XLS aircraft for approximately 350-400 hours per year. The ideal candidate will embrace a 2-week on, 1-week off schedule rotation and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and customer service.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic team member who fosters a positive and engaging work environment while effectively supporting the needs of the aircraft owner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure strict adherence to Priester Aviation policies and procedures.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and aircraft operations manuals.
- Provide professional and courteous interactions with the aircraft owner, clients, vendors, and support personnel. This includes maintaining a professional appearance, demonstrating exceptional service-based conduct, and making solutions-oriented decisions.
- Actively participate in the Safety Management System (SMS) and possess a thorough understanding of SMS processes and initiatives.
- Continuously identify and implement efficiencies for flight operations and the flight department.
- Proactively identify and communicate potential system and process improvements to Priester Leadership that would benefit the aircraft owner and Priester Aviation.
- Ensure accurate communication of flight schedules and updates with Flight Services.
- Identify operational or flight department issues and promptly communicate them to the Team Leader.
- Promote the integrity, reputation, and positive standing of Priester Aviation amongst industry stakeholders, enhancing the company's image and goodwill.
This exempt position requires flexibility to meet the demands of the business.
Qualifications:
- Citation XLS experience is highly preferred.
- Previous leadership experience is preferred.
- Total Time: 3,000 hours
- PIC: 1,500 hours
- ATP Certification is preferred.
- Turbine Time: 500 hours
- Time in type is preferred.
- First Class Medical Certificate is required.
- Must reside or be willing to relocate within a 2-hour radius of the Wheeling area.
- Previous Part 135 Operations experience is preferred.
Priester Aviation offers a competitive salary and benefits package.