Captain - Caravan C-208

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Join Southern Airways, the biggest little airline in the industry, and be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your excellent customer service skills will shine! As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Surf Air Mobility, we provide route services throughout the contiguous United States and the Hawaiian Islands.

Our company mantra, \"Every Passenger, Every Day, Every Flight,\" is at the heart of everything we do. By joining our team, you\'ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in people\'s lives while contributing to our mission of providing exceptional service and prioritizing passenger safety.

Southern Airways is experiencing tremendous growth, offering endless opportunities for learning and career advancement. Whether you\'re new to the airline industry or looking to enhance your skills, you\'ll receive comprehensive training and support to excel in your role.

Put your talents to work and join the Southern Airways team today! Be part of the biggest little airline where every passenger, every day, and every flight matters – and so do you!

JOB DESCRIPTION: CAPTAIN – Caravan C-208

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORT TO: CHIEF PILOT, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Southern Airways Corporation has been conducting charter operations under Part 135 since 2012 and added Essential Air Service operations in 2016. In 2019, we added Mokulele Airlines to the company, flying intra-island in Hawai‘i. We operate under Southern Airways Express and Mokulele Airlines.

Our route structure enables most pilots to be home every day during their workweek, along with flexibility on schedules.

Current base locations: DUJ, BFD, BRL, MGW, MKG, LNS, HOT, HRO, ELD, UIN, MKL, HNL, OGG, and KOA.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

  • Current FAA ATP or Commercial with Instrument
  • 1200 hours minimum; 500 Cross Country; 100 Night; 75 Instrument with no more than 25 simulated
  • Current FAA second class medical certificate (certificate must be current prior to training)
  • Radio Operators Certificate
  • Valid US Passport (Needed for CASS)
  • Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S per the Immigration Act of 1986.
  • Must pass 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screen per airline and/or company regulations.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

PREFERRED:

Preference will be given to pilots with C-208 experience, with 100 hours Turbine total time, and/or Part 135 Experience.

Additional stipulations:

  • 65 Block Hours per month guarantee.
  • Hotel accommodations during training. Training is approximately 25 days.
  • 12-Month $10,050 Training Contract required.
  • Paid training - $400/wk.
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance available with the company paying most of the costs. Life Insurance Policy - $50,000 fully paid for by the company.
  • $35 flat rate per diem when on an overnight away from assigned base.
  • CASS Participant.

Benefits:

Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.

Health & Wellness: After 30 days of employment on the 1st of the next month, you are eligible to sign up for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.

Retirement Plans: Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan.

Generous PTO: After completion of your probationary period, employees earn 1 day of PTO per month, plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Employee Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access the My ID Travel program, which allows members of your immediate family to participate as well. This program provides travel privileges, including:

  • Flight tickets at significant discount; employee and family members can fly our planes (standby space available)
  • Discounts on hotels and resorts
  • Car rentals at reduced rates
  • Discounted cruises

Southern Airways Corporation is an EEO/AAP employer and as such all qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin - and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, or disability.

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