Aircraft Pilot I, II or III - Aviation Division

Position Information

Do you have a passion for flight? Would you like to opportunity to provide flight services to state officials and employees to support the people of Texas across the state? The Aviation division has an opening for a Pilot I, II or III position to serve the great state of Texas, flying our fleet of 4 Phenom 100's, 1 Cessna 206 and 1 Cessna 182. We are a PART 91 on call flight program and will fly weekends and holidays as needed.

You can join TxDOT's family, gain access to our excellent benefits programs and do your part to support government all over Texas!

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Aircraft Pilot I

Salary Grade B24 - $65,104 - $106,634

Performs complex aviation-related work. Work involves planning and coordinating aeronautical operations, operating fixed-wing land-based aircraft including the Embraer Phenom 100EV, and providing air transport services for passengers and/or cargo. Work requires extensive travel. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Aircraft Pilot II

Salary Grade B26 - $76,530 - $129,430

Performs senior level and highly complex aviation-related work. Primary responsibility includes piloting fixed wing aircraft to include the Embraer Phenom 100EV and providing transport service for passengers and cargo. Work also involves planning and coordinating aeronautical operations. Work requires extensive travel. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Aircraft Pilot III

Salary Grade B28 - $92,600 - $156,612

Performs senior level and highly complex aviation-related work. Primary responsibility includes piloting fixed wing aircraft to include the Embraer Phenom 100EV and providing transport service for passengers and cargo. Work also involves planning and coordinating aeronautical operations. Work requires extensive travel. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

May serve as a Lead Worker and may perform duties of chief pilot.

Essential Duties:

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Aircraft Pilot I and II

• As required, assists with emergency situations/conditions by airlifting equipment, supplies and people.
• Assists in training others.
• Compiles and prepares necessary reports.
• Coordinates and schedules flight plans with applicable flight service staff.
• Inspects condition of aircraft and maintains records pertaining to operation of aircraft.
• Maintains flying proficiency and knowledge; keeps abreast of current aviation and applicable aircraft developments to include industry guidelines and standards and applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• Operates radio equipment aboard airplane.
• Operates single- and multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft to transport passengers and designated goods.
• Reads applicable advisory notices, obtains weather data and interprets/applies data based on flight plan, as required adjusts schedules and routes.
• Responsible for and ensures safe operation of aircraft and safety of passengers, crew and support staff; as required, administers first aid to others.
• Serves as Pilot-in-Command.
• May perform other duties such as: flight operations, maintenance management, aviation safety, pilot training and drone operations.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned for the Flight Department.

Aircraft Pilot III

All of the above and:

• May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience:

Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent.

Aircraft Pilot I

• 5 years of experience in piloting single or multi-engine aircraft including 3,000 hours total flight time as a pilot in fixed-wing aircraft.
  
  Must have at least 3,000 hours total time as a pilot in fixed-wing aircraft, including 500 hours in fixed-wing, multi-engine, turbine aircraft and 500 hours in fixed-wing, multi-engine, turbine aircraft as pilot-in-command.

Aircraft Pilot II

• 6 years of experience in piloting single or multi-engine aircraft including 3,500 hours total flight time as a pilot in fixed-wing aircraft.
  
  Must have at least 3,500 hours total time as a pilot in fixed-wing aircraft, including 1,000 hours in fixed-wing, multi-engine, turbine aircraft and 500 hours in fixed-wing, multi-engine, turbine aircraft as pilot-in-command.

Aircraft Pilot III

• 6 years of experience in piloting single or multi-engine aircraft including 4,000 hours total flight time as a pilot in fixed-wing aircraft.
  
  Must have at least 4,000 hours total time as a pilot in fixed-wing aircraft, including 1,500 hours in fixed-wing, multi-engine, turbine aircraft and 800 hours in fixed-wing, multi-engine, turbine aircraft as pilot-in-command.
  
  Substitutions: Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis; OR, related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Pilot-Aircraft-Commercial, SEL;*
• Pilot-Airline Transport, MEL*
• Must be type rated in a turbine aircraft
• FCC Radio Operators License
• First Class Medical Certificate
• Must be type rated in a turbine aircraft.
  
  *All flight licenses and certificates must be issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Additionally, must possess a First-Class Airman Medical Certificate issued under Part 67 of the FAA regulations.

Competencies:

Aircraft Pilot I and II:

• Principles of aircraft operations and maintenance, navigation and instrument flight equipment
• Transportation services operations
• Aviation services programs
• Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
• Federal Aviation Administration circulars, orders and regulations and applicable industry safety standards and codes
• Contingency planning
• Radio protocol procedures
• Piloting fixed wing aircraft and the operation of applicable aircraft equipment and use of aircraft radio, navigation devices and instrument flight equipment
• Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
• Training professional and technical staff
• Providing prompt and courteous customer service; advising customers when delays are necessary and following up on identified problems until resolved
• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
• Dealing courteously and effectively with the public
• Maintaining logs and accurately recording work in progress, including preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records
• First aid and lifesaving techniques
• Read and interpret maps
• Observes policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Maintains composure when handling problems, stressful situations, continuous change or unexpected developments

Aircraft Pilot III

Greater skill and experience in the above and:

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection and no protection from weather and not temperature changes
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise, vibration and hazards including moving vehicles and mechanical parts, high places and heat, and chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, including possible skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Works frequently in small/crawl spaces; manholes; areas that can cause claustrophobia as well as narrow aisles and passageways
• Medium work - Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Climbing and Balancing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, various surfaces, etc
• Stooping and Crouching - bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Kneeling and Crawling - resting/moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
• Standing - prolonged periods of time
• Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Pulling/Pushing - using upper extremities to press/pull against object with force to move in a direction
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling - manipulating objects with the hand/palm/fingers
• Talking and Hearing - expressing/perceiving sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts, measurement devices, computer screen, data/figures, extensive reading
• Visual Acuity - determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.