Pilot

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CTB Inc.

Job Description

Pilot

2/10/2023

JOB TITLE: PILOT

CAPTAIN

Captains are responsible for the safe conduct of flights to which they are assigned. Captains report directly to the Air Transportation Manager. When assigned to a flight, the captain has the final authority in the operation of the aircraft. Captains must ensure compliance with all Federal, state, local and foreign regulations, as well as the policies and procedures specified in the company operations manual. Captains are the company’s most visible representative to the passengers and must act with tact and decorum while ensuring an efficient and safe operation.

The duties of a captain include:

Acting as pilot in command (PIC) of flights for which the pilot has been scheduled.
Providing excellent customer service to passengers.
Complying with schedules, and other directives governing the aircraft’s operation.
Ensuring that preflight inspections are performed.
Studying weather conditions at destination, enroute, alternate airports and departure points.
Preparing flight plans.
Ensuring that the aircraft is clean and prepared for flight with all provisions on board for the safety and comfort of the passengers.
Reviewing and calculating the aircraft weight and balance, fuel on board and performance charts.
Using checklists.
Supervising the first officer (second in command) in any duties necessary for the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of the aircraft.
Coordinating the functioning of all crewmembers assigned to the flight.
Monitoring crew performance, sharing knowledge with crewmembers and evaluating crewmember potential for advancement.
Making decisions necessary to start, delay, or cancel flights and deviate the flight from planned route or destination when operating conditions dictate.

FIRST OFFICER (COPILOT)

The first officer reports to the Air Transportation Manager and is responsible to the captain of the flight for the conduct and execution of assigned duties.

Some of the first officer’s duties include:

Assisting the captain with discharging safety responsibilities.
Providing excellent customer service to passengers.
Performing duties as assigned during flight preparation and in flight.
Being prepared to assume the duties of the pilot in command in the event the pilot in command is incapacitated.
Being familiar with and following all FAR’s and company policies pertinent to assigned duties.

Pilot Qualifications

Hold an FAA commercial pilot certificate with instrument and multi-engine land rating. An ATP is desirable. Company aircraft training will be provided.
Hold a current FAA Class II medical certificate, valid driver’s license, US passport and restricted radiotelephone operator permit.
Meet all currency requirements regarding instrument flight time and night landings prior to flying any required trips.
Be able to pass an instrument competency check in the category of aircraft to be flown.
Must pass a pre-employment drug and security background screening.
Meet all company policies and requirements for employment.
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing,
Good organizational skills.