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Tyonek Services Group, Inc is seeking a Rotor Wing Pilot in Command (PIC) as part of the in-house flight department. This position with Tyonek will be in support of an operational mixed fleet of fixed-wing and rotor helicopters under 14 CFR Part 135 and Part 91 in support of executive transport, crew changes, surveillance, and offshore logistics. This position is based in Alaska.

Duties:

The Pilot-in-Command (PIC) is accountable for the safe conduct of assigned flights. The PIC is responsible for the operation, safety and security of the aircraft and the safety of all crew members, passengers and cargo on board. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

Pre-flight

• Prior to initiating a flight or a series of flights, ensuring the aircraft is equipped with all required systems and components for its assigned operations
• Ensuring the aircraft pre-flight inspection is completed as per the aircraft flight manual before each departure
• Ensuring safe operation of flight assignments in accordance with 14 CFR Regulations, this manual, Ops Specs, and Company SOP's
• Ensuring that a flight will not commence if a flight crew member is incapacitated from performing duties by any cause such as injury, sickness, fatigue, or the effects of any psychoactive substance
• Ensuring that the flight will not be continued beyond the nearest suitable aerodrome or heliport, when a flight crew member's capacity to perform functions is significantly reduced by impairment of faculties from causes such as fatigue, sickness, or lack of oxygen
• Checking and assessing weather and all applicable FAA NOTAMs when available. As soon as possible, report to the appropriate air traffic services (ATS) unit any hazardous weather or flight conditions encountered that are likely to affect the safety of other aircraft
• Promoting fundamental Crew Resource Management (CRM) when working with other pilots and station personnel
• Participating in Operational Control tasks
• Ensures communication with maintenance regarding any discrepancies. If maintenance personnel are not immediately available a notification shall be made via phone to the Lead Mechanic or Director of Maintenance.
• Maintaining currency with certification and flight experience, (i.e., medical certificates, check rides, recency of experience, etc.)
• Maintains familiarity with Company Compliance Documents
• Responsible for registering in Pilot Record Database (PRD) and listing Grasshopper Aviation LLC as a current employer in accordance with 14 CFR §111.1(b)(8)
• Ensuring that the aircraft is airworthy, duly registered, and that the documentation and operational information are onboard the aircraft
• Ensures fueling and oil operations are supervised and meet requirements
• Ensuring that all flight planning requirements have been met
• Ensuring that carriage of HazMat is packaged and stowed I/A/W 49 CFR 100-177 and accompanying paperwork is complete and signed
• Briefing the passengers in accordance with the requirements specified in FAR Part 135 and Keeping passengers informed of flight status whenever delays occur
• Safety of all passengers, cargo, aircraft, and assigned SIC's when executing a flight assignment
• Checking in passengers and assisting with passenger comfort
• Participating in the safety management system
• Security of cargo and baggage loads and of the aircraft during its operation
• Responsibility for operational control as outlined in GOM 2.4
• Maintain communication with Logistics regarding scheduling, routing, passengers, and loads. Communication may be via phone, email, text, or radio
• Operating the aircraft in accordance with Company SOP's
• Notifying the nearest appropriate authority by the quickest available means of any accident involving the aircraft, resulting in serious injury or death of any person or substantial damage to the aircraft or property
• Submitting a report to the designated local authority following an act of unlawful interference

Post Flight

• Keeping all assigned documents and manuals up to date
• Confirm accurate and signoff weight and balance
• Completion and maintenance of the aircraft flight and duty logbook
• Ensures that flight times are confirmed after each flight or at end of day
• Completing all post-flight duties as specified in the company operations manual, recording flight times and aircraft defects
• Other duties may be assigned.

*Delegation of Duties:
The PIC's duties are delegated to the Second in Command (SIC) only if the PIC becomes incapacitated during flight.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Be qualified in accordance with 135.243(c)
• Have at least 750 hours flight time
• 100 hours cross country, 25 hours of which are at night
• Prior commercial or instructional flying experience
• Possess a valid FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Possess a valid FAA Instrument Rating and A type rating, if required
• Holds a valid FAA second class medical certificate
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing
• US Citizenship is required

Physical Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Must possess physical dexterity and coordination to qualify for Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for up to twelve (12) hours per day and sit for up to eight (8) hours per day
• Must be able to perform non-rated crewmember duties during mission operations
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth
• Must be able to climb stairs
• Must be able to read and interpret newspaper and typewritten print, maps, aeronautical charts, and weather charts
• Must be able to grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
• Must be able to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools
• Must meet or exceed Federal Aviation Administration minimum visual acuity and hearing standards for first class medical certificate.
• Must be physically capable of climbing vertical ladders or built-in aircraft steps to heights of 10-12 feet
• May be exposed to chemical mist, gas, vapors, ultra-violet, and infrared radiation
• May be required to lift up to 70 pounds to a height of four (4) feet and be required to lift up to 20 pounds to a height of seven (7) feet
• May be exposed to certain obstructions on the surface as well as ladders, stairs, etc.
• May be exposed to rapid or extreme temperature changes
• May be required to meet Night Vision Goggle Vision Requirements: 20/100 near and FAR sight correctable to 20/20, be able to focus Night Vision Goggle at minimum distance of 20 feet

Equal Opportunity Employer / VEVRAA / ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.