Flight Crewmember (Pilot)
PLEASE TAKE TIME TO LOOK OVER THE DOCUMENTS BELOW TO READ ABOUT TWO (2) NEW PILOT PROGRAMS THAT ARE BEING PUT IN PLACE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma. First Class Medical Certificate, with First Class privileges. Airline Transport Pilot certificate and type rating in company aircraft or commercial pilot certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings. Excellent interpersonal and cognitive skills.
To apply for a pilot position, please complete the online process, which is maintained by AirlineApps.com. If you are already a member of the AirlineApps system, sign in to your account and add Pinnacle to your target listing. New applicants should create a new AirlineApps.com account to apply. The pilot applicant will be contacted by Human Resources with an interview date, at which time the applicant will need to complete the documents below and bring them to the interview. The applicant should expect a written test, simulator evaluation, and a panel interview. If the applicant has been employed by a Part 121, 125 or 135 carrier, he or she will need to complete a PRIA form for each position he or she has held with this type of carrier during the previous five years, as well as an alcohol and drug testing form for previous employers.
You may also mail your resume to Pinnacle Airlines, Attn: Pilot Recruitment, 1689 Nonconnah Blvd., Suite 111, Memphis, TN 38132. Phone (877) 372-8643 Fax (901) 348-4162.
* Special Note to Pilot Applicants
Canadian Law prohibits an individual who has been convicted of a DUI/DWI within the last 10 years from entering or exiting Canada. Special paperwork must be obtained through the Canadian Consulate so that a waiver may be obtained. This waiver must be obtained prior to our airline interview.
Minimum Hiring Requirements:
• 1000 hours total flight time (Preferred)
• 200 hours multi-engine time (Preferred)
• 100 hours instrument (max 20 hours simulator - Preferred)
• Part 121 Operation Experience (Preferred)
• Commercial pilot certificate with a multi-engine airplane and instrument rating
• ATP or ATP-Written
• Current First class medical with First Class Privileges
• Valid passport
• Valid driver's license
• FCC license
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Minimum age 21
• High school diploma
Domiciles
• Memphis, TN. - Headquarters, Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN., Detroit, MI.
• All initial training conducted in our state of the art Memphis Corporate Educational Center, including our three Level D Simulators
Benefits
• Training Allowance
• 75 hour monthly guarantee
• Comprehensive medical benefits including:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription Card, Flexible Spending
• Industry leading 401k plan with company match
• Participation in the Northwest Airlines pass program
• Free and Reduced Rate Travel throughout entire Northwest Airlines system with reciprocal agreements with more than 150 worldwide carriers.
PINNACLE AIRLINE'S CAREER FAIR DATES:
02/08/2008 - Bernhard Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo 10am-3pm
PINNACLE AIRLINE'S APPROVED BRIDGE PROGRAMS:
Applicants Please Note: If you do not meet these minimum requirements, check out CAE’s Jump Start course (a program designed for Pinnacle Airlines) which allows you an opportunity to get hired on as a First Officer with Pinnacle Airlines with lower minimum hours. Please visit CAE’s web page for more details.
Applicants Also Note: You may want to consider jumpstarting your aviation career with a program designed for Pinnacle Airlines within the Jet University First Officer Program. There is no faster, more efficient or cost effective way to launch your professional airline career. Please visit Jet University’s web page for more details.
Applicants Also Note: Western Michigan University's College of Aviation offers bachelor of science degrees in 3 aviation specialties (Flight Science, Maintenance and Technology, Administration) and employs state of the art facilities and equipment including the latest Cirrus SR-20 aircraft as well as supporting simulation. Capping these curricula is the Jet Equivalency Training (JET) course uniquely designed to prepare a graduate for an airline career with Pinnacle Airlines.
Other Aviation Programs Offered:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Works under the direction and supervision of the Chief Pilot in the Flight Operations division.
- Maintain high level of knowledge in the following areas: Company Policy, Pinnacle Airlines GOM, FAA Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manuals, and other technical data appropriate to aircraft operations.
- Conduct flight operations in strict compliance with company policies, procedures, and federal regulations.
- Maintain currency requirements with regard to medical, training, and hourly flight requirements.
- Use superior judgment to conduct safe and efficient flights in company aircraft.
- Maintain a high level of personal decorum, professional conduct and personal appearance.
- Maintain awareness of crew legality requirements and ensure timely communication to Chief Pilot when status becomes in question.
- Maintain constant communication with maintenance and dispatch personnel when conducting flights.
- Provide crew communication reports and crew incident reports to the Chief Pilots office when required or requested.
- Attend company training events to maintain currency.
- Ensure that passenger needs are met with regard to comfort and safety.
- Provide constant informational updates to passengers.
- Maintain complete approved company uniform as outlined in the General Operations Manual.
- Maintain company materials and flight kit as outlined in the General Operations Manual.
- Provide Chief Pilot’s office with any information regarding the safety of flight.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned from time to time.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Position requires some physical exertion such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking and light lifting of boxes, bags and electronic equipment not in excess of 30 lbs. Can involve long periods of sitting. Must maintain a First Class Medical Certificate.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Airport operations in all types of weather. Long periods of sitting with exposure to bright sunlight. Airport ramp operations are noisy and can be hazardous without due caution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma. First Class Medical Certificate. Airline Transport Pilot certificate and type rating in company aircraft or commercial pilot certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings. Excellent interpersonal and cognitive skills.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work long hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Extensive travel required.
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