A220 Direct Entry Captain

Breeze Airways; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental

401k with Breeze Match

Paid Time Off

Travel on Breeze and other airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways is seeking a Captain to lead safe, on-time flight operations with emphasis on adherence to FARs and company policies. You will supervise crew, verify airworthiness, and maintain high proficiency across operations.

This role requires extensive flight hours, a current medical certificate, and the ability to travel and work in the United States. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• FAA Unrestricted ATP certificate with airplane multi-engine class rating.
• Minimum 3,000 hours fixed-wing time.
• 2,000+ hours total time in large, Group II transport category aircraft.
• 500+ hours of PIC in large, Group II transport category aircraft.
• 500+ hours of US FAA Part 121 PIC time within the last 3 years.
• Active flying two of the past five years.
• Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and timely completion of flight operations in accordance with FARs and company policies.
• Operate aircraft after verifying airworthiness and current factors.
• Supervise and enroute performance of other crewmembers.
• Maintain proficiency in flight operations, procedures, and systems.
• Complete pre- and post-flight inspections for airworthiness.
• Review weather, departure/arrival and alternate station conditions.
• Plan and fuel flights safely according to policies and regulations.
• Handle aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at terminal points as needed.
• Promptly inform dispatcher of any factors affecting schedule.
• Observe conduct policies and manage risk across all flight phases.
• Perform other flight officer duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent oral & written communication

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office & Adobe

Cross-team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

FAA ATP certificate (airplane multi-engine)

3500+ hours total time?

Tools

FMS & avionics familiarity

Job description

Already Part of Team Breeze? Current Breeze Airways Team Members should apply through the internal careers site in Workday and should not submit an application through this external posting.Breeze is looking for “Seriously Nice” Captains to work at the newest and nicest airline, Breeze Airways!Breeze Airways Pilots are responsible for ensuring safe and timely flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations. Our Pilots are overall Leaders who safely take care of our Team Members and Guests. They understand that our pursuit of Excellence is not a destination, but rather, a journey.Here’s what you’ll doResponsible for the safe and timely completion of flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)Operates assigned flights after determining the airworthiness of the aircraft and reviewing all current factors such as weather, field conditions, navigational aids, etc., relative to the safe operation of the flightResponsible for the operation of the aircraft during the designated period of duty unless relieved by Company authority – this involves operating the aircraft according to applicable Company policies and FARsResponsible for the supervision and enroute performance of other crewmembers assigned to their aircraftMaintains a high degree of proficiency and a thorough knowledge of flight operations, procedures, and systems applicable to the aircraft flownThrough completion of appropriate pre- and post-flight inspection, ensures the airworthy condition of assigned aircraft in accordance with Company policy and FARsBecomes familiar with existing and forecast departure, arrival, and if applicable, alternate station weather prior to each flightEnsures that the flight is planned and fueled properly so that it may be conducted safely and in accordance with current policies and regulationsAssists with and ensures proper handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at terminal points where other company personnel are not availableNotifies crew and passengers promptly of turbulence, adverse weather conditions or any other operational factors affecting the flightEnsures that the load manifest for a flight is reviewed and the passenger count is verified prior to each departureAdvises the dispatcher in a timely manner, of any situation that could affect the flight schedule – the dispatcher will then arrange for any necessary diversion, cancellation, rerouting, or rescheduling of aircraft and will notify the affected Flight Crews, who will be expected to complyObserve the Rules of Conduct for all employees as outlined in the Company Team Member Playbook and Pilot PlaybookThe knowledge and ability to assess risk and use the proper resources to keep risk to an acceptable level during all phases of ground and flight operationsPerform such other flight officer duties as assigned by the CompanyHere’s what you need to be successfulMinimum QualificationsMust be at least 23 years old at the time of hireFAA Unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with airplane multi-engine class ratingMust have a minimum of 3,000 hours fixed wing timeMust have 2,000+ hours total time in large, Group II transport category, fixed-wing aircraft (turbojet aircraft of more than 41,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight)Must have 500+ hours of PIC in large, Group II transport category aircraft (turbojet aircraft of more than 41,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight)Note: PIC is defined as Captain or Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controlsMust have 500+ hours of US FAA Part 121 PIC time within the last three yearsActively flying two of the past five yearsMust maintain Pilot training history in accordance with the Pilot Record Database (PRD)Current First-Class FAA Medical CertificateValid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s PermitMust have or be able to obtain a valid U.S. driver’s licenseMust have or be able to obtain a valid passportMust be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United StatesMust pass a DOT pre-employment drug testMust pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background checkMust have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageHigh school diploma or equivalent educational achievementSkills/TalentsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and problem-solving skillsExtensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe productsAbility to facilitate cooperative relationships between/among people and departmentsAbility to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organizationPerks of the JobHealth, Vision, and DentalHealth Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match401k with Breeze Employee MatchPTOTravel on Breeze and other airlines too!Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Breeze Airways will never request your Social Security Number, Driver’s License or Date of Birth on our job postings. Job Postings requesting any or all of this information should be regarded as a scam.