Come Work For Choice

FULL-TIME OPENINGS AT Ennis-Big Sky, MT

Line Tech: This is a full time, year around job with benefits! This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, orderly and efficient working environment and culture that is conducive of uncompromising safety, exceptional customer service and genuine passion. Line services include but are not limited to:

• Aircraft Fueling, Towing, Marshalling and Servicing/Handling;
• Passenger and Flight Crew accommodations.
• Facility & Grounds Maintenance
• Quality Control and PMI Maintenance
• Aircraft and Vehicle detail
• Daily Airfield Inspection & Maintenance as well as keeping NOTAMs current
• Snow Removal and Mowing operations based upon season

Lineman are responsible for ensuring that they are properly trained and qualified to perform duties as assigned in accordance with regulatory and compliance standards as well as company policy. Choice Aviation does operate 7 days a week so varying work shifts and call out would be required. Must be within 30 minutes of the airport.  Applicant must be at least 18 years of age, have a current driver license, good physical stature, ability to pass substance abuse and line service safety tests. Contact Troy Hunter and/or fill out the application above.

FULL-TIME OPENINGS AT West Yellowstone, MT

Line Tech: This is a fun summer job that runs May through October. Job Description: greet, park, tow, fuel, move and marshal aircraft arriving or departing ramp. This position requires exceptional customer service and communication skills. Choice Aviation does operate 7 days a week so varying work shifts and call out would be required. Must be within 30 minutes of the airport.  Applicant must be at least 18 years of age, have a current driver license, good physical stature, ability to pass substance abuse and line service safety tests. Housing currently not offered but assistance can be provided. Contact Troy Hunter and/or fill out the application above.

Job Type: Permanent

Department: Maintenance

Position title: Mechanic 

Location: Cody, WY or Hamilton, MY

Salary range: $51,000 – $81,000 DOE

Company Portrait :

Choice Aviation is a premier FBO. We value our employees and we take pride in our passion for aviation. We offer exceptional customer service in an approachable, friendly environment.   We are located in the Rocky Mountain region surrounded by picturesque and breathtaking landscapes. We operate four FBOs each in a unique environment servicing the greater Yellowstone area. 

Job duties:

Normal duties include but are not limited to routine inspections, corrective actions, basic troubleshooting, replacement, alterations, and repair of electrical and mechanical system components.

Work schedule:

Normal work hours are Monday thru Friday 8 am to 5 pm.

Experience:

• 3 + years of  Aviation experience
• Inspection Authorization Rating or the ability to obtain an IA within 3 months. 
• Have proficiently troubleshooting systems, inspecting airframe and engines, performing alterations, and replacing parts and components.

License Requirements:

• Inspection Authorization Rating 

• A&P Certificate

Benefits:

IRA retirement with fund matching. Company health insurance. Relocation allowance. Vacation. 

Contact:          

cpayne@choiceaviation.com

FULL-TIME Flight Instructor – Hamilton, MT

Now accepting applications for a Full-Time Flight Instructor position at our Hamilton, MT AND Cody, WY facilities.

Flight Instructors responsibilities:

Flight instructors instruct students in classroom settings, conduct training flights, determine student proficiency and report on student progress. Flight instructors are responsible for training students in subjects such as risk management, aircraft systems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, problem analysis, aircraft navigation, radio operation and aerodynamics.  They will also ensure students understand and practice all aspects of Choice Aviation’s policies and safety procedures.

1. Professional – Act, appear, and communicate in a professional manner at all times
2. Knowledgeable – Helpful to students and renters and assist them with any questions
3. Accessible – at the school or by phone during the time training is given for an approved course

Schedule

All Flight Instructors must be available for duty Monday – Saturday. This means that you must be available to fly with a student on any day Monday through Saturday.

All full-time pilots must, in addition to flight instructing, perform the below listed duties:

1. Take phone calls from potential students and schedule flights for students or renters.
2. Provide introductory flights.
3. Keep student records up to date.
4. Ensure planes are in clean order.
5. Recommend curriculum development and/or improvement.
6. 60 flight hours per month is minimum required for each full-time flight instructor, when this cannot be maintained, report to supervisor.
7. Meet with supervisor weekly to report progress.
8. Assist Chief/Assistant Flight Instructor in duties as assigned.

The flight school is closed Sundays and instructors will be free of all duties and responsibilities.

Sample Full-Time Flight Instructor Schedule(s)

Instructors must be available for duty Monday-Saturday.

*Days are used to schedule students.  However, if you are not flying with students, instructors do not need to be at Choice Aviation as there should be an instructor on site to take care of walk-ins, potential students, etc.

For further information and/or consideration, please contact Ben Atnip, Chief Pilot, at 307.587.9262 or batnip@choiceaviation.com.

Now accepting applications for a Full-Time Line Pilot at our Hamilton, MT facility.

Make your dream of living and flying out west a reality in beautiful Hamilton, Montana. Situated in the Bitterroot Valley just 45 minutes south of Missoula, Hamilton embodies Big Sky Country at its finest. Awesome vistas, recreational opportunities galore, and a quaint small-town vibe are just the highlights. The Bitterroot River boasts world-class fly fishing, and nearby Lost Trail offers powder skiing that you won’t believe. Not to mention, Hamilton is an aviator’s dream. We’re just minutes away from some of the most stunning backcountry flying in the lower 48. In the Bitterroot, the only limit on adventure is your imagination.  

But don’t take our word for it. Come see for yourself. Book a direct flight to Missoula from Seattle, Denver, Dallas, Salt Lake and more!

Duties:

• Charter Pilot – King Air 100 for point-to-point charter as well as flying on various fire contracts in the United States.
• Other Duties (depending on experience) may include Twin Cessna and single-engine charter.
• Additional associated duties such as keeping a clean and orderly aircraft, and making sure associated manuals, charts etc. are current.

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid Second Class Medical Certificate or better
• Hold at least a Commercial license for Airplane SEL and MEL
• Have at least the following times:
  • 1500 Total
  • 1200 PIC
  • 200 MEL
  • 100 Turbine
  • 100 Fixed-wing in the past 12 months
  • 500 Cross Country
  • 100 Night
• Live within 30 minutes of the Ravalli County Airport in Hamilton MT.
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule and potentially be away from Hamilton for extended periods of time. Work schedule will always be in compliance with FAA regulations, but may entail working 11 days in a row and sometimes unpredictable hours.

Potential to become Meridian and/or CJ Qualified

First year pay $72,000 for a fully qualified pilot*

* If you are not fully qualified, but think Choice Aviation is a good fit for you, feel free to contact us

Apply online at http://choiceaviation.com/career-opportunities/

For further information, please contact Ben Atnip, Chief Pilot, at 307.587.9262 or batnip@choiceaviation.com

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