Tradewind Aviation | Pilatus PC12 SET First Officer

Pilatus PC-12 Pilot

Tradewind Aviation, a premier Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator, seeks highly skilled and dedicated Pilatus PC-12 Pilots. Founded on a commitment to the highest standards of aircraft, crew, and service, Tradewind provides exceptional personal air travel throughout North America and the Caribbean. This is a formal two-pilot crew position requiring aviation professionals who prioritize safety and customer satisfaction.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Pilatus PC-12 Pilot is responsible for conducting safe and efficient flight operations as part of a two-pilot crew. They maintain the highest standards of safety and customer service.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary with an established pay scale, including yearly increases and bonuses.
• Most pilots earn well above the starting salary.
• Starting Salary: $50,000 per year.
• Volunteer Pay: Second in Command (SIC) - $450 per day.
• Per Diem: $3.21 per duty hour (domestic and international).
• Overnight Pay: $20 (domestic), $35 (international).
• Flight Duty Pay: All legs flown over leg 6 receive an additional $125 per leg.

Team Member Benefits:

• United Healthcare Three-tier Medical PPO, Prescription, Vision, and Dental (after 30 days).
• Flexible Spending Healthcare Account – Medical and Dependent Care.
• Global Emergency Services.
• Preferred rates and guaranteed issue for: Voluntary Accident, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Legal Plans.
• 401K Plan with Tradewind Aviation matching team member contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, maternity/paternity, and bereavement days with vacation sell-back (18 vacation, 6 sick days per year – starting first year).
• Standby travel on select Tradewind scheduled flights.
• ZED fare travel available on Delta, JetBlue, United, Spirit, and several other major & regional airlines (after 6 months).
• Discounts on hotels, rental cars, wireless, shipping, and more.

Position-Specific Benefits:

• Company-paid uniforms.
• Paid housing when relocated away from the base.
• Cockpit Access Security System (CASS).
• Known Crewmember (KCM) – available for purchase by team member.
• Pilots retain all hotel and frequent flyer points.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Aviation-related college degree preferred, but not required.
• Successful completion of a Part 61 or 141 Flight Training Program.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Valid, unrestricted passport.
• FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL).
• FAA Instrument Rating.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.

Experience & Professional Skills:

• 800 hours total time preferred.
• 75 hours night flight preferred.
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) preferred.
• Current Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) knowledge and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Garmin 430 Avionics preferred.
• Previous customer service experience.

Reduced Hours Requirements:

• United Aviate Program Participants: 600 hours total time.
• United Aviate Academy Participants: 500 hours total time.
• United Aviate Academy Participants with Recommendation: 300 hours total time.
• JetBlue Program Participants: 600 hours total time.

Work Environment & Culture Skills:

• Basic proficiency in MS Office, computer software, and internet.
• Ability to speak, read, understand, and write English.
• Motivated, resourceful, energetic, and organized with the ability to manage and be managed.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act ethically with sensitive information.
• Service-oriented with the ability to work at a fast pace, manage stress, and handle problematic issues with a positive attitude.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team-focused environment.
• Outgoing personality with expertise in developing relationships and respecting diverse populations and cultures.
• Pass DOT/FAA compliant pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Good citizen with good moral character.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to load and unload aircraft as necessary.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting (up to 70lbs).

Location Requirements:

• Operational bases in Waterbury–Oxford Airport (OXC), Westchester County Airport (HPN), Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), and Stuart, FL (SUA).
• Must be able to relocate within 90 minutes of the base.
• This position is NOT commutable.
• There is no relocation package offered for this position.

Shift Requirements:

• Schedules vary by base location, but typically involve 4 days per week.
• Schedules are released up to 30 days in advance.
• Guaranteed 13 days off per month; any less will be paid as a Volunteer Day.
• Must be available for assigned shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

International Candidates:

• Ability to work and travel freely within and outside of the United States and assigned territories.
• Hold a non-conditional, non-expired green card and be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Hold a valid, unrestricted foreign passport with appropriate visas.

Salary:

$50,000 per year.