Pilot - Captain

Pilot - Captain - 2866

USA:TX:Houston | Aviation | Full-Time

The Captain (Pilot in Command) will report to the Director of Flight Operations and is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all assigned flights while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and international regulations, as well as the policies and procedures outlined in the Company Handbook. As the Pilot in Command, the Captain has final authority and responsibility for the operation of the aircraft and is accountable for all operational decisions made during the flight.

Responsibilities of the Pilot-Captain include, but are not limited to:

• Report to the Director of Flight Operations
• Assist with flight planning for assigned trips
• Act as head pilot on assigned trips
• Assist with aircraft performance calculations and weight and balance calculations
• Perform aircraft preflight inspection and preparation
• Assist with weather briefings and Notices to Airmen review
• Complete initial and recurrent aircraft specific training per regulations and other non-aircraft specific training
• Assist with calls as directed by company to Airport Fixed Base Operations to verify fulfillment of passenger and aircraft service arrangements
• Model behaviors that support the company's common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Fuel cost planning
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications of the Pilot-Captain include, but are not limited to:

• High School diploma required
• Ability to think quickly and make decisions in difficult situations
• Capacity to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to set priorities, multitask, meet deadlines, and resolve problems with a high sense of urgency
• Candidates are subject to pre-employment screening

DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time regular employees, normally working a minimum of 30 hours per week, including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, and additional supplemental benefits. All employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug test. DXP is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. EOE/M/F/D/V.