Commercial Pilot
Employer
1276 State Hwy 94
Aledo, IL 61231
United States
Job description
PILOT APPLICATION: Duties may include: Pilot airplanes or helicopters over farmlands at low altitudes to dust or spray fields
with fertilizers, fungicides, or pesticides. Fuel the plane by connecting and disconnecting fuel hose to and from the airplane. Mix
chemicals - Read and understand a load ticket. Load the plane with chemical by connecting and disconnecting load hose to and
from plane. Load plane with fertilizer by driving and operating forklift. Clean all equipment daily. Mow airstrips. Must be able to lift
50 lbs. Minimum of (3) months experience required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Basic math
skills. Must be able to read, understand and follow directions. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may
reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion. What your day may
look like- Blends and loads all chemical mixes prior to each load/flight.- Clean aircraft.- Maintains general awareness of inventory
levels and fuel levels for leader.- Maintains cleanliness in hanger/loadout areas.- Reliable and regular attendance is expected.-
Very early mornings are often required. Other skills that will help you succeed- Customer service oriented.- Ability to work under
pressure. Your work environment and the physical aspects of the job; At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out
extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our
employees. The work environment for this position may require the employee to work in an outdoor setting in all types of weather
conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. When working outdoors and possibly around moving equipment/mechanical parts,
the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical
shock. This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit. You may be
occasionally required to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Special Requirements
Minimum of 1 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Workers must have positive verifiable
experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Must be able to speak, understand, and read English at a basic level of literacy. Employees must adhere to strict
biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving
record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion. Workers must be responsible, follow instructions,
and comply with attendance, punctuality, and work schedules, as repeated absenteeism, failure to meet job expectations, misconduct, insubordination, or violations of safety protocols may r