What are the responsibilities and job description for the Helicopter Pilot - Mosquito Control position at Charleston County, SC?
Salary : $60,840.00 - $79,684.00 Annually
Location : North Charleston, SC
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : PW209965
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2025
Description
Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for a highly motivated, qualified individual to join our team! We offer competitive salary, great benefits package, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and Paid Maternity and Parental leave. Working for Charleston County allows you to achieve the work life balance you have been looking for!
This position is under the direction of the Mosquito Control Chief Pilot to perform pilot in command duties while piloting an MD500D helicopter. The missions to be performed are area inspections and aerial applications within Charleston County, as well as any other missions the county requires. The position also works closely with Mosquito Control's fixed wing applicator contractor.
HIRING SALARY RANGE : $60,840 - $79,684 (Dependent on applicant's qualifications)
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include : performing all aviation skills required, in order to operate an MD500D helicopter as the pilot-in-command ; inspecting potential mosquito breeding areas by helicopter; flying with aerial inspectors to inspect dredge disposal and other sites depending on rainfall and / or tides; coordinating inspection and treatment activities with the Source Reduction Supervisor and Inspectors; scheduling and coordinating aircraft, personnel, equipment and application products in order to apply pesticides to chosen area's; completing the proper recording of all inspection and application activities into the appropriate management systems; maintaining inventory of aerial application products. Having the ability to interpret experiences accurately and the flexibility to adapt to changing situations. Having the supervisory skills to fully operate and manage the aviation team in the absence of the chief pilot.
Minimum Qualifications
Position requires : FAA Commercial Pilot's Certificate with helicopter and instrument rating; current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate; 2,000 hours total helicopter time; 1,500 hours turbine helicopter time; 1,000 hours pilot-in-command time; 200 hours MD500 series helicopters time; 200 hours aerial application time; valid driver's license; understanding of industry safety and management systems; excellent communication and supervisory skills. Must obtain South Carolina Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator and Aerial Applicator license within one year of hire date, unless previously attained.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to :
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Well-being Program
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Salary : $60,840 - $79,684
