Pilot in Command - 208B Grand Caravan AmphibianIsland Air Service
Aircraft: 208B Grand Caravan AmphibianLocation: KodiakNon-type ratedDirect Entry
Total Time1,500 hrs
PIC Time0 hrs
About This Role
Island Air Service is seeking a Pilot in Command for their 208B Grand Caravan Amphibian floatplane operations based in Kodiak, Alaska. This is a permanent position with a general aviation operator specializing in floatplane services in the remote Alaskan bush. Candidates must have a minimum of 1500 total flight hours with 500 hours of specific floatplane experience, along with a valid Commercial Pilot License and float rating. The position offers competitive pay, company-provided housing or housing allowance, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and paid training. Pilots may transition to wheel plane or other floatplane operations after successfully completing initial training requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Amphibian in pilot-in-command capacity
- Conduct floatplane operations in remote Alaskan locations
- Perform pre-flight inspections and safety checks
- Comply with all regulatory and company operational requirements
What We Offer
Competitive payHousing provided or housing allowanceHealth insurance coverageDisability insurance (short and long-term)401(k) retirement planPaid trainingDiscounted travel benefitsTransition opportunities to other aircraft operations
Requirements
- Minimum 1500 hours total flight time
- Minimum 500 hours of floatplane time
- Valid FAA Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
- Float rating required
- Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
- Ability to transition into initial agreement and meet performance/training standards
About Island Air Service
Island Air Service is a general aviation operator based in Kodiak, Alaska, specializing in floatplane operations in remote bush environments.