PILOT - CAPTAIN
Job Category
:
Skilled Trades
Requisition Number
:
PILOT001799
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Posted: April 6, 2023
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Full-Time
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Location: Muscatine, IA 52761, USA
Description
Looking to join a sustainable, US Best Managed Company award winner?
KENT
®
Corporation has a rare and exciting opportunity to join our thriving family as a Pilot!
The
KENT
®
Corporation Pilot is required to operate and maintain our company aircraft with the highest regard to safety of the organization's passengers and crew. In addition, participation is required with planning and other activities to execute the goals and strategic initiatives of the flight department.
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This position reports to the Chief Pilot for daily operations with a corporate reporting structure within the company travel department. Standard aircraft operations are accomplished using Co-Captain crew structure.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Serve as Pilot in Command for assigned flights.
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Serve as Second in Command for assigned flights.
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Comply with schedules and other directives governing aircraft operation.
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Ensure pre-flight inspections are performed and aircraft is ready for flight.
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Conduct pre-flight preparations including reviewing weather, aircraft weight and balance, and performance calculations.
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Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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Participate in all relevant and required continuing education or certification coursework.
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Possess the ability to react quickly to make vital decisions with changing situations.
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Complete and log all appropriate reports and documentations.
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Represent the company at the executive level when dealing with business associates, officials, and customers.
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Conduct and operate with the highest level of safety.
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:
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Preferred FAA 560XL type rating
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ATP required, CFI preferred
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Hold and maintain at least a 2
nd
Class Medical
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3000 hours total time
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1500 hours PIC
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1500 hours MEL
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500 hours jet time
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Previous Business Aviation or 135 experience highly preferred.
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Bachelor Degree preferred