AIRCRAFT PILOT 8222

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

The AIRCRAFT PILOT operates aircraft for aerial surveys, aerial photography, low level grid mapping, close aerial fire support, and transportation of personnel and cargo.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This is a single level classification and not part of a series.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed are characteristic of the type and level of work associated with this class. Individual positions may do all or some combination of the duties listed as well as other related duties.

1. Administration

Schedule and monitor the operation and maintenance of aircraft. Monitor and track revenue and expenses, process bills for payment and coordinate internal and chartered flight billings. Review and interpret state and federal aviation statutes, regulations, and policies and serve as the agency liaison and expert in the field of aviation.

2. Pilot Aircraft

Pilot single and multiengine aircraft during the day or night, and in visual or instrument weather conditions to transport personnel and cargo. Make critical decisions involving rapidly varying flight conditions, which require immediate and correct analysis, decisions and actions. Determine the airworthiness of the aircraft by inspecting the plane and reviewing maintenance charts. Plan the flight route, acquire and interpret current and forecast weather information. Determine the amount of fuel necessary for the flight. Load the aircraft within its weight and balance limitations. Determine the suitability of each airport to be used by finding out if refueling is available, what the runway length is and whether or not it is available during the scheduled arrival time. File the appropriate flight plan. Operate aircraft communication and navigation radios.

3. Aircraft Maintenance

Inspect aircraft condition, schedule aircraft maintenance and make sure maintenance is done according to FAA regulations. Monitor, record and track aircraft related expenses.

4. Technical Assistance

Monitor and track budget and revenue of flight operations. Initiate billing memos for flights. Review and revise aviation policies. Monitor department aviation activities for safe, cost-effective operation. Write and carry out directives relating to safety, maintenance procedures, and aircraft utilization report requirements. Evaluate aerial spray contracts for aviation requirements and monitor to make sure they are in compliance with the operational, pilot and aircraft standards established in contracts. Negotiate charter terms and rental of private aircraft when necessary to meet schedule demands.

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RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS

The Aircraft Pilot frequently contacts by telephone, in-writing and in-person contractors for maintenance, aviation parts vendors and charter companies to schedule flights. Employees also have contact with agency staff, other governmental employees and aviation professionals on a regular basis to consult on issues, provide technical assistance or to offer advice and address concerns.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The Pilot works under general supervision of a manager or administrator. Employees carry out their work with considerable freedom, frequently selecting the approach to resolve complex flight problems. The supervisor reviews work for adequacy and for compliance with agency policies and regulations. Employees are expected to independently render technical decisions or effectively recommend decisions to issues which are rarely changed by the supervisor except for reasons of policy, public relations or budgetary considerations.

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KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (KS)

Extensive knowledge of:

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations related to aircraft piloting and maintenance. United States Federal Airspace System. Aircraft navigation and communication procedures. Aircraft emergency operating procedures. Theory of aerodynamics.

General knowledge of:

Federal Aviation Administration Regulations regarding hazardous materials. National Weather Service reporting and forecasting relating to aircraft piloting.

Skill to:

Fly single and multi-engine aircraft with reference to cockpit instrumentation or visual reference to the ground using charts and maps. Make quick and accurate decisions affecting the safety of flight. Operate a single or multi-engine aircraft with in-flight equipment failures and other emergency situations. Read, interpret and use range and township maps, aerial photos and aeronautical charts to identify terrain features on the ground. Follow ground tracks while flying at low altitudes without radio navigational aids. Monitor multiple communication radios simultaneously while communicating with personnel on the ground. Communicate with aircraft maintenance personnel about technical aircraft mechanical problems. Review, apply and advise staff about new or revised aviation policies, regulations and requirements.

NOTE: The KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS are required for initial consideration. Some duties performed by positions in this class may require different KS's. No attempt is made to describe every KS required for all positions in this class. Additional KS requirements will be explained on the recruiting announcement.

Adopted 7/89

Revised 03/2005

STATE OF OREGON Dept. of Administrative Services Human Resource Services Division

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