What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pilot in Command position at Greif Packaging LLC?
Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome. Job Requisition # : 029686 Pilot in Command (Open) Job Description : Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations. OUR VISION : Be the best performing customer service company in the world. OUR PURPOSE : We create packaging solutions for life’s essentials. ROLE OVERVIEW : The Pilot in Command (PIC) is a highly trained aviation professional with the maturity, experience and qualifications to be legally responsible for ensuring the safety of passengers, crew, and the aircraft itself.
The PIC primary role is for the safe operation of the aircraft during flight, holding the final authority to make decisions regarding the flight, including the power to deviate from standard procedures in emergency situations to ensure safety; essentially, the PIC is in charge of the aircraft and all onboard personnel throughout the flight.
Finally, the PIC represents the company, it’s values and ethics. Job Responsibilities :
- Responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft from taxi, take-off and landing of each flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, Aircraft Operating Manual (AOM), and Standard Operating Practices (SOPs).
- Files flight plans, coordinates for clearances, PPRs, customs, overflight approvals and all other coordination necessary to operate both domestically and internationally under 14 CFAR 91
- Greets passengers and briefs them on the specific flight / trip and verifies itinerary / provides passengers with weather updates and safety briefings and explains any changes to itinerary
- Must deliver as needed, in-flight service including the handling of alcohol and the service of catering
- Must load and properly stow on aircraft all baggage as needed
- Act as the final authority on their aircraft with respect to all areas of operation, including compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory guidance
- Acts as a liaison for GREIF from the time the passengers arrive at the FBO until they have safely landed at their final destination and have departed the final FBO
- Responsible for properly communicating any maintenance abnormalities or discrepancies to the Chief Pilot and GREIF
- Additionally, must properly complete any paperwork associated with maintenance abnormalities or discrepancies
- Other duties as assigned depending on assignment Job Requirements :
- Must have at least 3 years of experience, within the past 6 years, of aircraft operated under part 121 or part 135
- Must hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with a type rating in at least one of the aircraft operated; Minimum 3,000 hours Total Time
- Must possess a valid and current FAA Class 1 or 2 Medical Certificate
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Must be thoroughly familiar with the Company Manuals, Operations Specifications, and FAA Regulations
- Displays strong team-building skills in planning, organizing, staffing, and controlling members of the flight operations team
- Close attention to detail
- Must be able to manage his or her rest in order to be prepared for flight duty
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to pass Transportation Security Administration required background screening, secure appropriate airport authority and / or US Customs security badges
- Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally without restrictions
- Must be able to be away from home for seven or more days and nights, staying in hotels
- Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and / or US Customs security badges
- Must be able to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
- Duty may last for as long as fourteen hours per day for up and may span different time zones and extreme weather differences in the course of a trip
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
and travel in and out of the country without restriction
Sufficient dexterity to manipulate small objects and print or write legibly.
50 nm) flight time 500 hours fixed-wing PIC 100 hours of night flying, or 75 hours with ≥45 night takeoffs and landings 100 hours of instrument time (actual or simulated in-flight, excludes simulator time)
Greif, Inc.
is an equal opportunity employer.
We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status.
EOE / Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.