Aircraft First Officer or Aircraft Captain
Aircraft First Officer or Aircraft Captain
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$ 82800 - 117600
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Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow A position at Xcel Energy could be just what youre looking for.
Aircraft First Officer
Position Summary
The first officer operates under the direction of the chief pilot and is responsible to the captain of the flight for the conduct and execution of assigned duties. Assists the captain with discharging safety responsibilities and being prepared to assume the duties of the pilot in command.
Essentials Responsibilities - Aircraft First Officer
- Assists the captain with discharging safety responsibilities
- Provides excellent customer service to passengers
- Performs duties as assigned during flight preparation in flight and post flight
- Ability to assume the duties of the pilot in command in the event the pilot in command is incapacitated
- Maintains familiar with and following all FARs and company policies pertinent to assigned duties
- Maintains required aviation knowledge and proficiency through completion of assigned training and continued self-study.
Minimum Requirements - Aircraft First Officer
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Acquired or willing to pursue ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) license with multiengine land rating.
- FCC (Federal Communication License) Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Aircraft specific training as required. Type rating in Company aircraft or ability to attend factory training pass check-ride and be able to meet requirements of FAR (Federal Aviation Administration) 61.58 PPE (Pilot Proficiency Exam).
- English proficient.
- Valid automobile drivers license.
- Valid passport.
- Valid and current FAA Class 1 or Class 2 medical certificate.
- Minimum of 1500 hours total fixed wing. 0-2 years professional pilot experience.
- Knowledge of GOM (General Operations Manual) procedures SMS (Safety Management System) AFM (Aircraft Flight Manual) aircraft QRH (Quick Reference Handbook) ERP (Emergency Response Plan Manual) and standards necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the PIC position.
- Strong work ethic.
- Strong customer service skills high attention to detail adaptable and accountable.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement.
The antcipated starting salary for Aircraft First Officer is $82800-$117600.
Aircraft Captain
Position Summary
Responsible for the safe conduct of flights to which they are assigned Pilot-in-Command (PIC). Operates under the direction of the chief pilot and has final authority over the aircrafts operation. Ensures compliance with all federal state local and foreign regulations as well as departmental policies and procedures.
Essential Responsibilities - Aircraft Captain
- Serves as PIC or SIC as assigned. As SIC will support flight operation by assisting Captain of the flight.
- Ensures that the aircraft is airworthy maintenance preflight inspections have been accomplished required documentation are onboard the aircraft and that aircraft discrepancies have been appropriately addressed and recorded prior to commencing a flight
- Prepares and files flight plans
- Reviews and calculates the aircraft weight and balance fuel and performance charts
- Reviews weather conditions at destination enroute alternate airports and departure points
- Uses aircraft checklists and aircraft minimum equipment lists (MEL)
- Supervises air and ground crew in preparation for a proposed trip
- Provides for the safety and comfort of passengers and meet all expectations need and requests within the limits of sound operational procedures
- Performs proper safety briefings including onboard emergency equipment and evacuation procedures to all unfamiliar passengers
- Ensures that an aircraft postflight inspection is complete flight times are recorded accurately and that discrepancies encountered inflight are recorded for maintenance corrective action
- Ensures thorough completion of all required aircraft forms logs reports expense accounts payroll time required company and department LMS (learning management system).
- Maintains required aviation knowledge and proficiency through completion of assigned training and continued self-study.
Minimum Requirements - Aircraft Captain
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) with multiengine land rating.
- FCC (Federal Communication License) Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Aircraft specific training as required. Type rating in Company aircraft or ability to attend factory training pass check-ride and be able to meet requirements of FAR (Federal Aviation Administration) 61.58 PPE (Pilot Proficiency Exam). English proficient.
- Valid automobile drivers license.
- Valid passport.
- Valid and current FAA Class 1 or Class 2 medical certificate.
- Minimum of 2000 hours total fixed wing 500 hours turbojet 1000 hours logged as PIC (Pilot-in-Command).
- Three years professional pilot experience.
- Knowledge of GOM (General Operations Manual) procedures SMS (Safety Management System) AFM (Aircraft Flight Manual) aircraft QRH (Quick Reference Handbook) ERP (Emergency Response Plan Manual) and standards necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the PIC position.
- Strong work ethic.
- Strong customer service skills high attention to detail adaptable and accountable.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement.
The antcipated starting base salary for Aircraft Captain is $125900-$178766.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If youre ready to be a part of something big we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
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Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $82800.00 to $178766.00 per yearThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program Medical/Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Health Care Reimbursement Account Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Short-term disability (STD) Long-term disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Tuition reimbursement Transit programs Employee recognition program Pension 401(k) plan Paid time off (PTO) Holidays Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) Parental LeaveBenefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.
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Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
