With approximately 100,000 planted acres in California's San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Orchards is the world's largest grower of almonds, pistachios and pomegranates. Wonderful Orchards is a part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands which include Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, POM Wonderful, FIJI Water, Teleflora, and JUSTIN Wine.

Safety, service, and standardization is the motto of the aviation department. All departmental employees will be responsible for contributing to a positive culture, which treats each other with professionalism and respect. A polite and positive demeanor is expected by everyone in all departmental and corporate activities. The captain will transport passengers, mail, freight, or other commercial not for hire purposes.  

Functions include but are not limited to the following. Must be able to move freely between tasks depending on workload, season, etc. 

• Assure that aircraft is operated in accordance with all applicable federal aviation regulations and other regulatory agencies 

• Maintain currency of all personal licenses, certificates, and training 

• Responsible for assisting in dispatching and commanding aircraft 

• Assure that all required equipment, documents, and certificates are onboard the aircraft prior to dispatch 

• Monitor weather conditions enroute that may affect the flight, i.e., destination weather, wind conditions, fuel supply, alternate airports, air traffic, etc.  

• Inform flight coordination of any changes to arrival and departure times and passenger manifest changes 

• Know and adhere to all security procedures 

• Conduct self in a business-like manner, properly dressed, confident, courteous and showing evident goodwill that will be reassuring to passengers and indicate a concern for their safety, comfort and well being 

• Strong team building and leadership skills along with a strong work ethic are required  

• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments 

• Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability required.   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Candidates should have a Commercial, Single and Multi-Engine Instrument Airplane Certificate (Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, preferred) with a minimum of 1,200 hours total time and 200 hours in type 

• Ability to determine that aircraft is current on its maintenance inspection status and is ready for dispatch 

• Experience monitoring and checking of weather, air traffic, navigation facilities, NOTAMS, airport and runway requirements, emphasizing safety, comfort, and mission success 

• Ability to accept duties delegated by the PIC when acting as SIC on Wonderful Aviation aircraft 

• Ability to make and assist in decisions to continue, cancel or implement alternate plans for flights where an element of uncertainty exists 

• Experience with proper check list usage for all segments of ground and flight operations 

• AA degree or equivalent experience associated with business aviation operations 

• Required computer skills 

• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) 

• Knowledge and use of Foreflight, Jeppesen Charts, FMS avionics technology a plus 

• Travel estimated to be 80% 

• Must be accessible by mobile phone 24/7 except on scheduled days off. Work hours can extend past normal office hours 

Language Skills: 

Ability to read, examine, and interpret general business items.   Effectively investigate, communicate, present information, and respond to questions from managers, accounting departments, clients, customers, and the general public. 

Mathematical Skills:  

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.  

Reasoning Ability: 

Position requires the ability to comprehend and disseminate basic oral and written communication.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule forms.   

Pay Range: $90,000 - $125,000, and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. 

Wonderful's dedication to you:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving (www.wonderfulgiving.com) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice

Why chose Wonderful?

Wonderful Nurseries and Wonderful Orchards are part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful® Pistachios, FIJI® Water, Wonderful® Halos®, JUSTIN® Wine, and Teleflora®. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

• We nourish, naturally - We believe that what you put into your body matters. The most nutritious -- and best-tasting -- foods are those from nature.
• We play to win - Our employees set ambitious goals and meet challenges with unified purpose and unmatched energy.
• We act differently - With courage and fearlessness, we are relentless in our quest to inspire healthier. food and beverage choices. As a privately held organization, we have the freedom and the power to make quick and effective decisions.

Wonderful Orchards and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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