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About Billings Flying Service Inc

Billings Flying Service Inc is a leading solutions provider for the aviation industry, specializing in CH-47 aerial firefighting and heavy lift services. Our fleet of seven CH-47Ds, one UH-60A, and two Bell 206Ls are capable of fighting wildfires by either bucket or tank.

The Role

The Pilot-In-Command reports to the Chief Pilot and is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of the flight assignment and maintaining a high level of Customer Service. This position requires a full understanding of the CFRs applicable to Part 91, Part 133, Part 135, Part 137, and the company Operations Specifications and company manuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with CFR 91.3 Responsibility and authority of pilot in command.
• Review flight assignments and obtain briefing information regarding the purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures, and any special instructions.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of flight plan considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise performance, airport facilities and navigational aids.
• Ensure aircraft is preflight, inspected, loaded, equipped, and manned for the flight assignment.
• Verify that all required forms, equipment, and material are on board the aircraft prior to flight.
• Record mechanical irregularities and discrepancies and ensure that maintenance personnel are informed of the item recorded.
• Verify that all passengers, if applicable, are properly briefed prior to taxi and that emergency evacuation assignments are understood.
• File a flight plan if necessary.

Requirements

• PIC must be highly knowledgeable of FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, Operations Manual, etc.
• Qualified to serve as Pilot-in-Command in the CH-47D.
• No FAA violations/warnings in last five years.
• The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate is required.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Requires the ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time and the ability to follow through on all tasks assigned.
• The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.
• Must satisfy the applicable USFS hour requirements.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Requirements

• 1500 hours PIC (Helicopter)
• Must be proficient in vertical reference and or tank operations.
• Must meet or exceed the USFS Pilot In Command hour and certificate requirements.
• Four-year college degree
• Technical knowledge of product line (CH-47D)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Field crew and copilots

Benefits

• Full time employment with competitive compensation based on experience and credentials.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401K with up to 4% company match.
• Flexible Work Life Balance.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work performed in field settings.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors, and fumes.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.

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