DHC-8 Direct Entry Captain

Anchorage, AK, US

Our client offers scheduled passenger service, bespoke charter flights, and cargo operations around the Last Frontier. We are seeking skilled team members who exemplify and identify with their Core Values: Safety. Commitment. Integrity. Connectedness. Reliability. Pilots receive a 70-hour monthly minimum guarantee • Annual pay increases on date of hire • Preferential bidding • No overnight or red eye flights CASS privileges, and you’re home every night • minimum 12 days off each month • Known Crewmember and CASS privileges

HIGHLIGHTS

· $120,000 New Hire Bonus for Direct Entry Captains paid over 3 years.

· $30,000 Instructor Bonus for Direct Entry Captains pursuing Instructor

qualifications (1 year commitment)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Direct Entry Captain is responsible for safely operating Company aircraft according to regulations and established policies and procedures, accepting responsibility for the safety of all crewmembers, passengers, and or cargo on board when the aircraft doors are closed. The Captain is accountable to the Chief Pilot for the operation of each flight under their command and works diligently to complete each operation safely and efficiently. This position is expected to uphold safety while performing flight crew duties and fulfilling the responsibilities expected of a company employee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate has excellent customer service skills, team member qualities, and leadership competencies, in addition to the required certifications and experience the position requires. They must also be willing to live and work within one hour of the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Other qualifications include:

Must possess High School Diploma/GED.
Must possess all current ratings to operate commercial aircraft for a Part 121 operation, including an Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
Must have a total of 2500 hours in a fixed-wing aircraft, of which 1000 hours will be multi-engine turbine flight time, and 1000 hours total flight time will be air carrier experience.
Must have a valid First-Class Medical.
Must not have an FAA ‘Certificate Action’ or ‘Administrative Action’ record within the prior 24 months.
Must have a valid US Passport and the ability to go in and out of the US, including to Canada.
Must be in Anchorage, Alaska, or be willing to relocate within 30 days if not already residing within one (1) hour of Anchorage.
Must be fluent in English and communicate professionally verbally and in writing.
Must be able to fulfill the physical requirements of the position, which require the ability to lift and maneuver 20 lbs. regularly and may involve lifting and maneuvering up to 65 lbs.
Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extreme temperatures.
Must have a strong safety awareness and the ability to adhere to Safety Management Systems (SMS); risk assessment and mitigation knowledge are highly desired.
Must pass a comprehensive background check, including a motor vehicle record check for the previous 36 months and a pre-employment DOT drug screen.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Must be comfortable working in an airport environment around odors and sounds typically associated with operating aircraft.

Our client hires brilliant team members who exemplify and identify with company Core Value: Safety. Commitment. Integrity. Connectedness. Reliability. To reach new heights with this company, apply today.

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