CH-47D Helicopter Pilot

2 weeks ago

Billings, Montana, United States Billings Flying Service Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CH-47D Helicopter Pilot to join our team at Billings Flying Service. As a Pilot-In-Command, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of aerial firefighting and heavy lift operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company Operations Specifications.
  • 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 plans considering factors such as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise performance, airport facilities, and navigational aids.
  • Ensure aircraft is preflighted, inspected, loaded, equipped, and manned for the flight assignment.
  • Determine compliance with duty and flight time limitations, properly certificated, adequately rested, and in proper dress.
  • 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 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, and Operations Manual.
  • Qualified to serve as Pilot-in-Command in the CH-47D.
  • No FAA violations/warnings in the 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)
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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