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  • Second in Command

  • Tropic Ocean Airways
  • Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33336 United States View Map
Second In Command (Sic)

Directly Reports To: Pilot Manager

Mission of this Position: Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), to properly plan, communicate, process information needed to operate the published flight schedule: safely, on time and achieve superior customer satisfaction ratings.

Key Responsibilities: Meet or exceed SIC duties/expectations displaying initiative, adhering to TOA SOPs and aligning with core values of the organization.

Pilots shall be familiar with and follow instructions that pertain to their duty position contained in the company General Operations Manual, operations bulletins, and other pertinent instructions.

Upon assignment of the flight, ensure that they are legally and adequately rested.

Completion of preflight preparation as required, ensuring aircraft and load are ready for departure 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.

Completing training as assigned by management.

Completion of all checklists.

Performing all standard radio contacts and position reports when piloting the aircraft.

Perform other duties as directed by the Chief Pilot.

Assist in escorting, enplaning, and deplaning of passengers during the boarding and deplaning process.

Report to work a minimum of one hour prior to departure for each scheduled and charter flight.

Be available for their normal duty assignment and occasionally work outside of it as operationally required to meet company needs.

Foster an organizational pilot culture of continuous improvement.

Must have professional communications skills for complex internal and external aircraft communications.

Assist with loading and unloading freight.

Operate aircraft in accordance with all applicable regulations and program/corporate policies and procedures.

Emphasize flight crew members safety and exemplary customer service.

Must note and communicate aircraft deficiencies for maintenance review and correction.

Perform flights during day, night, and instrument conditions.

And other collateral duties as assigned

Essential Skill Set: Pilot qualifications and aircraft systems knowledge required

FAA Commercial ASEL, Instrument Rating, High-performance endorsement

FAA Commercial ASES

250 hours total flight time

Second Class Medical Certificate

Valid US Passport or Green Card

FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit

Overnight availability may be required

Must be able to lift 50 pounds, sit or stand for extended periods of time, and climb stairs throughout the day

Preferred

G1000 Experience

Turbine Time

Cessna 208 Experience

Seaplane Experience

Second In Command (Sic)

Directly Reports To: Pilot Manager

Mission of this Position: Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), to properly plan, communicate, process information needed to operate the published flight schedule: safely, on time and achieve superior customer satisfaction ratings.

Key Responsibilities: Meet or exceed SIC duties/expectations displaying initiative, adhering to TOA SOPs and aligning with core values of the organization.

Pilots shall be familiar with and follow instructions that pertain to their duty position contained in the company General Operations Manual, operations bulletins, and other pertinent instructions.

Upon assignment of the flight, ensure that they are legally and adequately rested.

Completion of preflight preparation as required, ensuring aircraft and load are ready for departure 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.

Completing training as assigned by management.

Completion of all checklists.

Performing all standard radio contacts and position reports when piloting the aircraft.

Perform other duties as directed by the Chief Pilot.

Assist in escorting, enplaning, and deplaning of passengers during the boarding and deplaning process.

Report to work a minimum of one hour prior to departure for each scheduled and charter flight.

Be available for their normal duty assignment and occasionally work outside of it as operationally required to meet company needs.

Foster an organizational pilot culture of continuous improvement.

Must have professional communications skills for complex internal and external aircraft communications.

Assist with loading and unloading freight.

Operate aircraft in accordance with all applicable regulations and program/corporate policies and procedures.

Emphasize flight crew members safety and exemplary customer service.

Must note and communicate aircraft deficiencies for maintenance review and correction.

Perform flights during day, night, and instrument conditions.

And other collateral duties as assigned

Essential Skill Set: Pilot qualifications and aircraft systems knowledge required

FAA Commercial ASEL, Instrument Rating, High-performance endorsement

FAA Commercial ASES

250 hours total flight time

Second Class Medical Certificate

Valid US Passport or Green Card

FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit

Overnight availability may be required

Must be able to lift 50 pounds, sit or stand for extended periods of time, and climb stairs throughout the day

Preferred

G1000 Experience

Turbine Time

Cessna 208 Experience

Seaplane Experience

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