02 June 2026

Wells Enterprises | Captain

Senior Captain (Pilot)

Location: Le Mars, IA, United States

Job Category: Auxiliary Services

Job ID: 2209323

Job Summary

The Senior Captain (Pilot) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of company aircraft within a Part 91 corporate flight environment. Serving as Pilot-in-Command (PIC), the Senior Captain holds final authority over assigned flights and acts as a primary representative of the company to passengers. This role demands exceptional communication skills, technical expertise, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to safety and service.

Key Responsibilities

Flight Operations & Safety

  • Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with final authority for aircraft operation and passenger safety.
  • Plan and execute flights in compliance with FAA regulations, company SOPs, and international standards.
  • Conduct comprehensive flight planning, including routing, fuel optimization, weather analysis, and alternate planning.
  • Evaluate operational conditions to make informed decisions regarding flight delays, rerouting, or cancellations.
  • Maintain situational awareness and exercise sound judgment throughout all phases of flight.

Aircraft Readiness & Compliance

  • Ensure aircraft airworthiness, maintenance status, and full readiness for every flight.
  • Conduct and oversee rigorous preflight inspections.
  • Maintain strict compliance with FARs, NOTAMs, and operational limitations, including weight and balance requirements.
  • Ensure all flight documentation and administrative paperwork are accurate and complete.

Crew Environment & Passenger Service

  • Work effectively within a Co-Captain environment, promoting Crew Resource Management (CRM).
  • Mentor and support crew development and training requirements.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service, coordinating passenger requests such as transportation, catering, and baggage handling.
  • Ensure all passenger safety briefings are delivered and maintain high standards for cabin cleanliness and comfort.

Operational Support

  • Assist with aircraft towing, fueling, cleaning, and general hangar upkeep.
  • Maintain internal and external hangar facilities.
  • Participate in recurrent company training and support Safety Management Systems (SMS).

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation preferred.
  • Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate required.
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating required.
  • Type rating in Citation XLS+ (CE560XL) preferred.
  • Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
  • Valid passport with the ability to travel internationally without restriction.

Experience & Knowledge

  • Minimum of 10 years of flight experience.
  • Minimum of 4,000 total flight hours, including 2,000 hours multi-engine and 500 hours turbine.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience serving as a safety officer or equivalent.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Safety Management Systems (SMS).
  • Expertise in aircraft systems, meteorology, and flight operations.
  • Proven ability to meet all currency and proficiency requirements regarding instrument flight time and night landings.

Skills & Abilities

  • Strong leadership, decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work a flexible, on-call schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight trips.
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with executive-level clientele.
  • Must reside within a commutable distance (within one hour) of Le Mars, IA.

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis.

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