• Job Description

  Req#: COPIL002265

  ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
  Pilot, Chief

  
  POSITION SUMMARY

  This position is responsible to the Chief Pilot for the operation and maintenance of Authority aircraft and hangar.

  
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Serves as Pilot-in-Command on the TRA airplane when directed by the Chief Pilot.

  
  2. Responsible for pre-flight and post-flight inspections of the Authority's aircraft.

  
  3. Responsible for maintaining the Authority's aircraft including inspection and maintenance records, shop equipment, tools, and spare parts inventory. * A detailed description of these duties is available in the Aircraft Operations Manual.

  
  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  This position does not regularly provide work leadership or full personnel management to any employees.
  
  FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
  None
  
  

  QUALIFICATIONS

  EDUCATION

  High school diploma or GED.
  
  EXPERIENCE

  Five hundred hours flying time in powered aircraft, including 500 hours of Pilot-in-Command time, with 200 hours of multi-engine flying time.
  
  CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument ratings required. Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate. Must acquire an FAA Aircraft and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate within 12 months of employment.
  
  KNOWLEDGE

  Must possess knowledge of aircraft to operate, inspect and perform maintenance.

  
  SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  
  The highest degree of concentration is required during flight preparation and actual flight with the ability to respond quickly even after enduring long waiting periods. Promptness and courtesy are essential, especially when in contact with public officials, TRA Directors and Management. Mathematical abilities are needed to determine aircraft performance and navigational procedures.
  
  GUIDANCE RECEIVED
  Guided by TRA Mission and Goals. Makes decisions with guidance provided by TRA mission, policies, and goals. Sets related goals, objectives, and priorities for at least one Department and gain executive approval.
  
  PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  This position requires passing a physical and physical ability assessment specific to this position. Requires the physical agility to climb into the aircraft crew seating, and to open and close all normal and emergency entry and exit provisions on the aircraft.
  
  WORKING CONDITIONS
  Working conditions during flight may be somewhat uncomfortable and require long periods of waiting before resuming flight and tolerance to noise. Subject to irregular hours and inclement weather.
  
  TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
  Hand and power tools used to repair and perform inspections on TRA's aircraft. Must provide hand tools required for maintenance and repair of the Authority's aircraft. This includes, but is not limited to a toolbox, common, basic hand tools, inspection mirrors, and flashlights. The Authority shall provide any required specialty tools required during the course of aircraft maintenance or repair.

  Qualifications

  Education

  Required

  High School

  Licenses & Certifications

  Required

  FAA Class II Med Cert

  Commercial Pilot Lic

  Preferred

  FAA Aircr & PwrPlnt Mech

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  The Trinity River Authority was formed in 1955 by the Texas legislature.

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