Captain | ATR
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Airline
- Position
- Captain
- Certificates
- FAA ATP
- Pay
- USD 130,000–137,000 per year
- Posted
- October 11, 2026
Position Summary
The ATR Captain conducts safe, efficient, and compliant Part 121 cargo flight operations. The position requires command responsibility for assigned flights, operational decision-making, and leadership of flight crew personnel.
Schedule
- Full-time.
- May require working at multiple locations.
- Outdoor and aircraft operations in varying weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate ATR aircraft during all phases of flight.
- Evaluate weather, cargo safety, fuel requirements, aircraft loading, and go/no-go decisions.
- Determine alternate destinations when necessary.
- Maintain command during unexpected flight situations.
- Coordinate with air traffic control, dispatchers, stations, and flight controllers.
- Complete FAA-required reports and document unusual aircraft performance or behavior.
- Maintain accurate flight-hour records and comply with FAA rest requirements.
- Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations, manuals, procedures, and company policies.
- Review company communications and submit required operational and expense documentation.
- Promote professional conduct, teamwork, and operational safety.
Requirements
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with Multi-Engine Land Rating.
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Minimum 2,500 Total Time, 1,000 PIC, 1,000 Multi-Engine Land, 300 Turbine/Turboprop, 500 Crew Time.
- Meet Part 121.436 Pilot Qualification requirements.
- Current IFR proficiency and currency.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Compliance with FAA/DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
- Ability to work outdoors and in aircraft during varying weather conditions.
- Ability to perform physical duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Not Specified.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- 401(k) matching.
- Travel benefits.
- CASS privileges.
- Additional employee benefits.