Corporate Pilot

Job Purpose

The corporate pilot is responsible to establish and monitor the professional standards of the flight crews under his/her authority and ensure compliance with all federal, state, local and foreign regulations and follow corporate policy regulation and procedures. When assigned to a flight, the pilot has the final authority in the operation of the aircraft.

Req ID

9353BR

City

Albertville

State:

Alabama

Company Description

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.

Key Job Elements

• Directly supervises aviation flight crew;
• Conduct preflight, post-flight and in-flight functions;
• Complete route and weather briefing before each flight;
• Conducts visual aircraft examination and inspection to ensure mechanical air-worthiness;
• During flights maintains radio contact with ground controlling stations and secures all necessary information to make accurate assessments of flight conditions and necessary flight changes;
• Continually monitors engine and flight instrumentation and functioning of navigational and flight control systems;
• Responsible for supervising the boarding and deplaning of passengers when a Flight Attendant is not assigned to the flight;
• Responsible for aircraft refueling when away from home base;
• Responsible for passenger and cargo safety as well as the safety and conduct of the flight crews;
• Uses absolute authority to delay, cancel or discontinue flights or to initiate flight changes as warranted;
• Provides safe aircraft operation to protect passengers, cargo and aircraft, and assisting in providing maximum passenger comfort consistent with flying conditions;
• Contributes to the total efficiency of aircraft operations through completion of duties assigned by the Chief Pilot and maintains the stated qualification requirements;
• Complies with established policies and regulations;
• Responsible for all duties associated with Captain and Copilot positions;
• Represents company or designates representative to attend aviation-oriented meetings, seminars and conventions;
• Represents division in correspondence with various associations and comments on pending state and federal legislation;
• Ensures pilots meet all current regulations, and manages updating their flight status, operational needs and other requirements.

Education / Training

• Must have an ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) rating with appropriate type rating along with 3000 hours flight time;
• Bachelor’s Degree Business, Human Resources or related field of study is preferred.

Qualifications and Experience

• Requires detailed knowledge of FAA and company regulations that cover requirements for flight operations, airport facilities and meteorological conditions;
• Must pass numerous ongoing proficiency checks, tests and flight/simulator testing and training;
• Requires very good judgment and alertness, and strong communications and human relations skills;
• A minimum of 5+ years’ pilot experience;
• Strong ability to multi-task;
• Experience managing and leading teams;
• Possess excellent interpersonal and cognitive skills;
• Must be able to work any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat and/or crawl;
• Able to sit without standing for long periods of time.
Capable of lifting or moving items at different heights weighing up to 50 pounds;
• Able to adhere to the visual demands set in the medical standards established by the FAA;
• Able to hear clearly verbal communications in person, on the telephone, and over a headset with ambient aircraft and passenger noise;
• Possess the stamina needed to work long days, on sequential days, with frequent change in temperatures, climate and weather conditions;
• Must be able to move about the aircraft and perform all required functions freely, effectively and quickly in confined environment;
• Must be able to sit in pilot’s seat or assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without any modifications.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required.

Benefits

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
*Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Job Category

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

PRS Facility Location

Albertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001