Learjet 45 Series Captain, Pilot in Command Grand Rapids, MI - Northern Jet

Description

**Learjet 45 Series Captain, Pilot in Command Grand Rapids, MI**

**Location**

Grand Rapids, MI

**Description**

Captain for Learjet 45 Series aircraft. Reporting directly to the Chief Pilot, responsible for the safe conduct of flights. The Captain has the final authority in the operation of the aircraft. 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 companys most visible representative to the passengers and must act with tact and decorum while ensuring an efficient and safe operation.

**Job Functions / Responsibilities**

Act as pilot in command (PIC)

Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircrafts operation

Ensure preflight inspections are performed

Study weather conditions at destination, en route, alternate airports and departure points

Prepare flight plans (or review flight plans prepared by a scheduler dispatcher or outside provider)

Ensure that the aircraft is clean and prepared for flight with all provisions on board for the safety and comfort of the passengers

Review and calculate the aircraft weight and balance, fuel burn, and aircraft performance

Use checklists as directed through Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Supervise the first officer in any duties necessary for the smooth, safe and efficient operation of the aircraft

Coordinate the functioning of all crew members assigned to the flight

Make decisions necessary to start, delay, or cancel flights and deviate the flight from planned route or destination when operating conditions dictate

While on duty, remain available to crew and departmental staff through company cell phones and email

Work nonstandard schedule which may include weekends and holidays

Strong customer service skills, high attention to detail, adaptable, excellent follow-through and responsiveness

**Qualifications**

Multi-Engine Land Airline Transport Pilots License (ATPL)

Current First Class medical certificate

Speak and understand radiotelephony communications

Ability to pass drug, TSA various background screening for ID badge and ramp driving privileges

Valid passport and drivers license

Live within two hours personal commute time from listed base (can discuss relocation package with strong candidate).

**Skills Required**

Good Communication skills

Work-Alone disciplines

**Education / Experience**

High School Diploma Required. Bachelors Degree preferred

Proficiency with business software including: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

**Physical Demands**

Working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing and pulling

Lifting up to 50 lbs.

**Salary Information**

Level One PIC $106,000/year

Annual increases

Bonus opportunities

**Benefits**

Executive retention program

401K match

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Rental cars provided at outstations

Keep all hotel, rental car, and airline points

Known Crewmember

Bonus pay for flying on off-days