Join the Horizon Air team today and become part of a great airline! As stated on their corporate website, Horizon Air was started in 1982 by a small group of pilots and flight attendants who love flying. They continue to grow and open new routes across the U.S., taking vacationers to the tropical beaches of Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean as well as flying charters to support our troops across the world. Horizon Air is passionate about safely and effectively helping connect with each other to create memories that matter.
Horizon Air is currently accepting applications for first officer positions.
As a Horizon Air pilot, you will be the leader and expert who helps to safely deliver our passengers to hundreds of destinations every day. You will be among the best in the industry, with men and women who are professional, genuine, and caring, making meaningful connections with our passengers and communities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- First Officer of aircraft, responsible for the safe operation of that aircraft
- Understanding of and compliance with the FAR's at all times
- Coordinate tasks to permit flight fueling, loading, passenger handling, etc. and associated duties to convey passengers in a safe manner in accordance with company policies, and procedures, FOM, FAR's, CRF's, etc.
- Pilots are team members both in the cockpit (CRM), and with other operational departments
- Pilots are expected to present a professional image at all times, including grooming standards and demeanor, as a key representative of the company to both external customers and internal employees
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent, required
- Two year degree from an accredited college, preferred
- College degree from a four year accredited university, preferred
- Must have and be able to maintain a valid passport allowing unrestricted travel to and from the U.S. required
- Minimum age of 21, required
- Authorization to work in the U.S. required
- Valid Driver's License, required
- Must hold current First Class FAA Medical Certificate, required
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings, required
- A FCC permit, required
- 200 hours of cross country flight time, required
- 1500 hours of total flight time OR eligible for Restricted ATP mins, required
- 100 hours of night flight time, required
- 75 hours of instrument flight time in actual or simulated instrument conditions, required
- 250 total hours of flight time as pilot in command which would include 100 hours of cross country flight time and 25 hours of night flight time all within the PIC minimums, required
- 25 hours of multi-engine flight time, required
- ATP written, preferred, but not required.
- A minimum of 60 hours flown in the last 6 months, preferred
- Must be willing to accept a base assignment in Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Spokane, WA; Boise, ID; Medford, OR; or Anchorage, AK based on company need, required
- Must be willing to work multiple days away from home, working a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays without restrictions, required.
THE LOCATION
Anchorage, AK; Boise, ID; Medford, OR; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; Spokane, WA.
HORIZON CULTURE - HORIZON AIR
For eligible employees, our company offers a competitive total rewards package that includes insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision care), a 401(k) retirement savings plan, monthly and annual incentive bonus plans, time off and a generous employee travel program (with flight privileges on Alaska Airlines as well
Key to Horizon Air's success is its distinctive culture, where partnership thrives and co-workers go out of their way to help each other. Each day, employees are guided by the shared values of Integrity, Heart, Partnership, Innovation/Initiative and Continuous Improvement. Horizon Air also fosters a diverse and inclusive culture and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To create an account and submit an application to Horizon, click here. If you are already a member and wish to apply, simply login to your account and add Horizon Air to your profile. Once you’ve completed Horizon’s addendum, don’t forget to then publish your application.