Pilot (Captain)

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Your New Role

The pilot in command reports to the Chief Pilot regarding company operating policies and procedures. The pilot in command is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of the flight assignment with the emphasis on safety, security, and quality. Will exercise pilot in command authority of all flights to which they are assigned and are the final authority for the safe conduct of the flight.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Safely operate the aircraft, determine departure times and routes, and / or cancel flights based on weather or other conditions
• Ensure that the flight is conducted in complete compliance with all federal, local, and company regulations and policies and procedures
• Institute all necessary changes as required by enroute conditions such that the flight may continue under appropriate company policies, procedures and rules
• Responsible for conducting the flight in a safe and prudent manner in accordance with industry and company standards
• Accurate completion of all trip paperwork in accordance with current procedures
• Responsible for ensuring a thorough and complete understanding with the second in command regarding all aspects of flight
• Record all aircraft discrepancies as they occur on the aircraft discrepancy log and immediately report these discrepancies to their Maintenance Manager or their designee as soon as possible. Refer to the approved MEL and as directed by the Maintenance Manager if the inoperative item can be deferred or needs to be repaired and completes the aircraft discrepancy log as required
• Determine that the flight crew reports for duty in proper attire and that they are mentally and physically fit for duty
• Maintain a complete working knowledge of all aircraft systems which they are authorized to operate to include all emergency systems and procedures associated with the aircraft
• Secure the aircraft after each flight to include arranging hangar storage if they deem necessary or they are instructed to do so by the company management
• Obtain the most current weather reports, forecasts and NOTAMS from a FAA flight service station or other authorized agency
• File or cause a flight plan to be filed with the FAA or an ICAO state ATC facility
• Analyze area, enroute and terminal charts for the airport of intended landing and alternates
• Perform the functions of the In TSA Flight Security Coordinator (ISC) under the provision of the twelve five standard security program
• Conduct the required passenger safety briefings or assign that duty in accordance with the FARs
• Impart knowledge and skills to the second in command to prepare them to assume the duties of Pilot in Command in an emergency or when the second in command upgrades to pilot in command in that aircraft
• Responsible for taking an active role supporting the open sharing of information on all safety issues and reporting all safety hazards and concerns in our SMS program
• Responsible for making an immediate report in any hazardous action, conduct or event to the Chief Pilot and head of safety
• The pilot in command may delegate these duties but not the responsibility for those duties
• Other duties may be required, as needed

Qualifications & Experience

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties involve handling, standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 60 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale passenger areas. The noise level is usually moderate to loud, with exposure to vibration and occasional fuel fumes. The employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions and in a hangar environment that can be extreme hot or cold.

Warner Bros. Discovery provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

How We Get Things Done

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Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status or any other category protected by law. If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and / or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

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