Captain Crest Industries Aviation Department
Location: Within 1.5 hours of Pineville Louisiana
Position Type: Full-Time
Travel: Overnight travel required (average once per week); some on-call duties
Reports To: Chief Pilot
About Crest Industries
Crest Industries has been a cornerstone of innovation and reliability since 1958 growing into a vertically integrated family of companies that deliver solutions across electric utility industrial services distribution specialty chemicals and natural resources. The company proudly operates as an extension of its clients teams offering streamlined execution from concept to completion.
At its core Crest is built on three enduring strengths:
A solid foundation of experience relationships and expertise
Commitment to innovation constantly seeking better ways to serve
The Right People hired for cultural fit and equipped to grow personally and professionally
Our Culture & Values
Owning doing the right thing
Winning together
Questioning the status quo
Rising to the challenge
Crest is nationally recognized for its investment in people with award-winning leadership and talent development programs designed to build capability and sustain a strong team culture.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Captain to join our Aviation team. This position reports directly to the Chief Pilot and is integral to ensuring the safe efficient and professional transport of Crest employees and clients. The successful candidate will serve as a Pilot in Command (PIC) uphold the highest aviation standards and act as a culture and safety ambassador for Crest Industries.
Key Responsibilities
As a Captain at Crest Industries you will be responsible for the safe efficient and professional operation of company aircraft while embodying the values and culture of the organization. Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
Flight Operations
Conduct comprehensive flight planning and preparation including weather analysis routing and performance considerations
File and manage flight plans in accordance with FAA and company protocols
Ensure full compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) internal SOPs and safety procedures
Conduct pre-flight in-flight and post-flight inspections and documentation
Operate aircraft systems including Satcom Direct navigation and communication equipment
Maintain flight proficiency knowledge of normal and emergency procedures and CRM standards
Passenger and Crew Management
Represent Crest Industries with professionalism and discretion to all passengers and crew
Brief passengers on flight details and safety protocols
Provide strong leadership to fellow crew members and foster a respectful team-based environment
Aircraft Oversight & Coordination
Coordinate with maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft readiness
Maintain and submit accurate flight logs and reports
Monitor aircraft systems fuel performance and ensure all documentation is current
Communications & Collaboration
Liaise with air traffic control (ATC) dispatch and ground support throughout operations
Participate in safety reviews operational debriefings and department meetings
Provide on-call flexibility and availability for short-notice travel when required
Safety Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Identify and proactively address potential safety risks
Stay current with aviation best practices training and regulatory changes
Support and model Crests high standards of compliance continuous improvement and leadership
Minimum Qualifications
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
Multi-Engine Rating
Minimum 3000 total flight hours
Minimum 1000 hours in turbine jet aircraft
Valid Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate
Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and safety procedures
Experience with Satcom Direct systems
Clean FAA and MVR records no accidents or violations
Must live within 1.5 hours of Pineville Louisiana or be willing to relocate
Willingness to travel overnight weekly and be available for some on-call operations
Ideal Candidate Profile
In addition to meeting the minimum requirements the ideal candidate will also have:
5000 total flight hours
Type rating in the Falcon 2000EX EASy series
At least 500 hours of time in Falcon 2000 aircraft
Familiarity with Dassault Falcon systems and avionics
Proven leadership abilities and experience managing flight operations or crews
A deep personal commitment to safety reliability and service excellence