Chief Pilot

Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

The Chief Pilot works with the Aviation Manager to establish operating procedures, hire and supervise pilots. This position frequently assumes flight duty and is familiar with Federal Aviation Regulations. The Chief Pilot ensures flights are conducted according to federal regulations and safety and assigns and supervises the activities of flight personnel, and coordinates flight and aircraft maintenance functions. The Chief Pilot may also determine scheduling and maintain flight records. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

• Fly a Captain's reduced flight schedule.
• Ensure compliance with current flight operations directives set forth in the Operations Manual
• Direct and supervise flight training in accordance with the department training policy.
• Conduct pilot line checks as required
• Assign pilots to the flight schedule according to Department policy.
• Assist the aviation department manager in budgeting matters, including preparation of expense forecasts and cost control.
• Work closely with the Chief of Maintenance.
• Annually review the individual performance of the pilot staff and make salary recommendations to the department manager.
• Recommend pilot applicants for employment selection.
• Consult with the department manager concerning special projects for flight operations.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; completes performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Airline Transport Pilot certificate with appropriate aircraft type ratings.
• Possess a valid First Class F.A.A. medical certificate.
• Possess a valid Radio Operator's certificate issued by the F.C.C.
• Have accumulated at least 5,500 hours of flight time including: 4,500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC)., 4,000 hours Multi Engine Instrument (MEL), 3,500 hours Jet PIC, 1,000 hours instrument

Desired Previous Job Experience

• At least two years of management experience in a corporate flight department.
• College degree

Education Level: Bachelor's Desired
Required Travel: [[req_reqTravel]]
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
 

Jobs at Kroger: At Kroger, we hire people who have a passion for helping others and who want to build a relationship with our Customers. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Kroger. We look for people who want more, aspire to be more and work hard to achieve their goals. Our focus on keeping the Customer first is what makes us successful. As the largest traditional grocery chain in the U.S. and one of the world's largest retailers, we employee more than 368,000 Associates across 34 states and the District of Columbia. We offer many opportunities not only in our stores, but in Manufacturing, Logistics, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and many other fields.

Company Overview
The Kroger Co. is the largest traditional grocer in the country with 82B in revenue and 328,000 associates. The company operates 2,476 supermarkets and multi-department stores in 31 states under two dozen local banners including Kroger, Ralphs, Fred Meyer, Food 4 Less, Fry’s, King Soopers, Smith’s, Dillons, QFC and City Market. Kroger associates also serve customers in 779 convenience stores, 393 fine jewelry stores and 737 supermarket fuel centers the Company operates. The Company also operates 41 food processing plants in the U.S.

Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, The Kroger Co. focuses its charitable efforts on supporting hunger relief, health and wellness initiatives, and local schools and grassroots organizations in the communities it serves.

 Posting Notes:  TX || Southlake || 2110 E Southlake Blvd || 76092 || King Soopers || [[mfield2]] || Human Resources || Employee || Non-Exempt || Full-Time