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Wilson & Company

Survey Crew Chief

Loveland, CO

The Survey Crew Chief will be responsible for conducting a variety of survey assignments to include ... FAA Part 107 UAS pilot license is preferred. Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently ...

Pilot Company

Deli General Manager Trainee

Limon, CO · On-site

$57K - $65K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Pilot Company

Assistant General Manager

Aurora, CO · On-site

$57K - $89K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Pilot Company

Assistant General Manager

Hudson, CO

$57K - $89K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Pilot Company

Deli General Manager Trainee

Limon, CO · On-site

$57K - $65K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Pilot Company

Assistant General Manager

Aurora, CO · On-site

$57K - $89K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Pilot Company

Assistant General Manager

Aurora, CO · On-site

$57K - $89K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Pilot Company

Assistant General Manager

Hudson, CO · On-site

$57K - $89K/yr

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than ... Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and ...

Air Methods

Aviation Maintenance Technician 135

Hugo, CO

$32.18 - $40.23/hr

... Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic • Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of ...

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Woolpert

Survey Crew Chief

Denver, CO · On-site

The Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline ... FAA Part 107, Certified Remote Pilot certification is preferred. * Above average communication ...

Woolpert

Survey Crew Chief

Denver, CO · On-site

The Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline ... FAA Part 107, Certified Remote Pilot certification is preferred. * Above average communication ...

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How much do chief pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief pilot in Colorado is $171,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,300.00 and $217,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Chief Pilot, you need an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, extensive flight experience, in-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, and strong leadership abilities. Familiarity with flight management systems, safety management systems (SMS), and crew scheduling software is typically required. Exceptional decision-making, communication, and organizational skills are essential to lead flight crews and ensure regulatory compliance. These skills and qualifications are critical for maintaining operational safety, regulatory adherence, and effective team leadership within an aviation organization.

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Chief Pilots often navigate the challenge of balancing administrative responsibilities with supporting flight crews and ensuring regulatory compliance. They must address scheduling complexities, manage crew resource needs, and adapt to changing aviation regulations. Additionally, fostering open communication and a strong safety culture among pilots is crucial, as is providing mentorship and training to support professional development within the team.

What is a chief pilot?

A chief pilot manages the daily operations of an aviation department for an airline. As a chief pilot, your job is to oversee all pilots, ground personnel, and flight attendants. Your duties involve scheduling flights, coordinating aircraft maintenance, and ensuring the department meets all local and federal regulations. Some chief pilots monitor all day-to-day logistics for their department. This career requires a bachelor’s degree in aviation or a similar discipline. Additional qualifications include between 2,000 and 5,000 hours of flight time, current FAA certification, and excellent management skills.

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Survey Crew Chief

Wilson & Company

Loveland, CO

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Wilson Sporting Goods rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 61 rated fashion and textile manufacturers

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Survey Crew Chief inKansas City, MO. The Survey Crew Chief will be responsible for conducting a variety of survey assignments to include horizontal and vertical control, ROW and boundary retracements, DOT projects, railroad and municipal surveys throughout the Midwest. Experience utilizing Trimble equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Lead and supervise a survey crew in conducting field surveys, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and maintaining high-quality work standards.
  • Interact with engineers, other surveyors and project managers to understand project requirements, provide updates on survey progress, and address any concerns or issues that arise during the survey process.
  • Conduct field surveys using total stations, GPS equipment, terrestrial scanning, UAS, levels and other surveying instruments to collect accurate measurements and data.
  • Ensure routine maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment is completed annually. Coordinate equipment repairs and replacements as needed.
  • Ensure work truck maintenance is completed along with mileage logs and safety audits. The assigned work truck is a responsibility of the crew chief.
  • Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, images and reports documenting survey activities, observations, and findings.
  • Maintain accurate records of survey data, equipment inventory, and project documentation.
  • Implement quality control procedures, review survey data/reports for completeness, and accordance with project requirements.
  • Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to junior surveyors to enhance their skills and knowledge in surveying techniques, equipment operation, and safety practices.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing surveying practices.

Perks and Benefits:

  • Mentorship and advancement opportunities.
  • Support staff (PLS, CAD and geospatial technicians) will assist with project understanding and goals.
  • Daily Per Diem (GSA rate) when working away from Kansas City.
  • Paid Travel time (to/from work site)
  • Company-Paid Lodging (GSA rate) when travelling.

Annual Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 (Depending on Experience)

Required Experience:

  • Proficiency in surveying techniques, methods, and equipment, utilizing robotic total stations, GPS receivers, and digital levels.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage a crew and collaborate with Wilson & Company staff during project execution.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering accurate and reliable survey data.
  • Familiarity with surveying software for data processing and analysis.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Survey Crew Chief.
  • Valid driver's license
  • Preference to candidates with Trimble surveying equipment experience.
  • Willingness to travel for work assignments away from Kansas City 65% (+/-) of the time.
  • Work that is not local to Kansas City metro area is typically a 10-day rotation. Monday through the proceeding Wednesday with a 4-day weekend.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • FAA Part 107 UAS pilot license is preferred.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

About Us:

For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.

Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.

At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values-discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions-we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.

We support our employees' success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.

Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.

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