First Officer Position – Republic Airways
Republic Airways, a leading North American regional airline, seeks a highly skilled and experienced First Officer to join our dynamic team. This crucial role supports the Captain in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely operation of our aircraft. The ideal candidate possesses a strong commitment to safety, exceptional piloting skills, and a collaborative spirit.
Responsibilities:
- Active participation in comprehensive pre-flight planning, leveraging all available weather data and adhering strictly to Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and company policies.
- Thorough pre-flight inspection of the aircraft to ensure airworthiness compliance with FARs and company standards.
- Collaboration with the Captain to guarantee accurate flight planning, including fuel calculations, for safe and compliant operations.
- Safe and precise aircraft operation throughout the duty period, following Captain's instructions and adhering to FARs and company procedures.
- Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems, relevant FARs, operational manuals, policies, and procedures.
- Prompt and clear communication of weather conditions and other operational factors to crew and passengers.
- Accurate completion of flight manifests.
- Contribution to on-time performance by assisting the Captain in meeting all reporting, departure, and turnaround times.
- Efficient and professional handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at the terminal.
- Consistent and reliable attendance, adhering to company protocols.
- Maintenance of a professional demeanor and adherence to company uniform standards.
- Upholding the highest standards of professional conduct as outlined in the Flight Operations Manual, Associate Handbook, and related policies.
- Ongoing professional development to enhance skills and performance.
- Execution of other duties as assigned by the Captain or company management.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Meets minimum requirements for an ATP or RATP certificate; ATP written examination preferred.
- Fulfillment of FAA and company minimum age and flight hour requirements. Candidates meeting interview minimums but not hiring minimums will be considered for hire contingent upon meeting the hiring minimums within six months, maintaining a clean certificate record, no criminal record since interview, and acceptance of a class date within six months.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior customer service experience, ideally within the aviation industry.
Skills and Abilities:
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Physical Demands:
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Work Environment:
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Travel Requirements:
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
Republic Airways is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
About Republic Airways:
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