234 Command Pilot Trainee

Columbia Helicopters

About The Position

Serve as a long-line pilot-in-command upgrade trainee (PICUS) on a BV-234 in support of one or more of Columbia’s flight operations. Upon completion of a six month probationary period and satisfactory completion of a BV-234 PIC type rating, serve as a long-line pilot-in-command of a BV-234 in support of one or more of Columbia’s flight operations.

Requirements

Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot with Rotorcraft-Helicopter class rating
Current Class II (or higher) FAA medical certification
Recent experience in similar aircraft weight class (Type 1 Helicopter)
Recent experience in similar types of operation (utility, firefighting, construction, logging, government DoD)
US or equivalent passport
3,000 hours total time
2,500 hours PIC time
500 hours cross country
25 hours night cross country
1000 hours Long Line (150’ or greater)
Able to work in austere environments for prolonged periods (28 days)
Ability to work without supervision
Ability to work in a team, high stress environment
Supervisory skills
On call 24/7 via company cell phone when on shift

Responsibilities

Operate aircraft to the highest standard, safety, and efficiency:
Utilizing sound aeronautical decision making (ADM), risk management, and situational awareness (SA).
In accordance with company policy, regulations, and guidance.
Orchestrate the flight operation and the activities of all personnel under the scope of their responsibility.
Represent the company in a positive manner in all activities.
Promote Columbia’s core values and integrity while in conduct of their duties.
Meet customer expectations to ensure the highest possible customer service.
Actively identify and mitigate safety concerns and/or risks.
Seek opportunities for improvement and productivity.
Coordinate and supports the project team.
Perform any required administrative functions.
Assist wherever possible in the overall success of the operation.
Keep Columbia management and other interested parties informed of job activities or other relevant information.
Serves as Project Lead in the absence of the Site Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned by the V.P. of Aerial Operations, Director of Flight Operations, Chief Pilot, and Assistant Chief Pilot.
Other duties as assigned.