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Aviation Captain - Pilot - in - Command

Home DepotHome Depot·Retail

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About the role

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.

Position Purpose:

Act as Captain (pilot-in-command) on Home Depot owned/leased aircraft. May hold Captain qualification on two (2) types of aircraft. As pilot-in-command, he/she is responsible for the safety, security, and comfort of passengers and crew.


Key Responsibilities:
  • 15% Function as Pilot in Command on Home Depot aircraft for the purpose of maintaining a high degree of technical competence and awareness of safe aircraft operations, anywhere in the world that includes the United States, Canada, Mexico and other international destinations.
  • 15% Must be able to fully perform all flight related duties. Provide guidance to flight personnel to assure safe, efficient and coordinated use of corporate aircraft.
  • 15% Responsible for the conduct of safe flight operations and the compliance of all applicable FAA regulations, as well as internal Home Depot policies.
  • 15% Maintain an understanding of the normal procedures, emergency operating procedures and all operating systems of the aircraft.
  • 10% Responsible for coordination and completion of all phases of assigned trips utilizing all available resources.
  • 10% Ensure that all members of assigned crew are fully qualified, properly rested, and prepared for flight.
  • 10% Flight follow with Flight Operations, communicating estimated times of arrival at destination, actual times of arrival, and status of the aircraft, crew, and passengers.
  • 10% Train co pilots to assist them in preparing for possible future Captain openings.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • Typically reports to Chief Pilot.
  • No direct responsibility for supervising others.

Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel more than 50% of the time.

Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Working Conditions:
  • Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.
  • Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.
  • Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • An Associate's degree is preferred.
  • Five to eight years of experience is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience as a professional pilot flying jet aircraft with demostrated record of adherence to aviation safety and flight standards.
  • Minimum of 4000 hrs, 2000 hrs jet, 2000 hrs pilot in command.

Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a associate's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:
  • No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5

Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None

Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None

Certifications:
  • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate; FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate; Type Rated in at least two corporate jet aircraft.

Competencies:
  • Effective communcation skills.
  • Qualified to serve as Captain (pilot in command) on two types of aircraft.
  • General business familiarity of department budgets.
  • Polished organizational skills.

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Aplyr's read

Home Depot is a powerhouse in home improvement retail, attracting professionals passionate about customer service, logistics, and operational excellence.

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What's promising

  • Strong market position as the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S.
  • Diverse career opportunities across retail, corporate, and technology sectors.
  • Commitment to employee development with roles like Leadership Training Manager.

What to watch

  • Retail roles may require long hours, including nights and weekends.
  • High-pressure environment, especially in customer-facing positions.
  • Limited public information about work-life balance in corporate roles.

Why Home Depot

  • Extensive range of services beyond retail, including installation and repair.
  • Focus on asset protection with specialized roles like District Asset Protection Manager.
  • Investment in technology roles, such as Senior Salesforce Engineer, to enhance operations.

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About Home Depot

HD$329.82+0.44%

The Home Depot is a leading home improvement retailer that sells tools, construction products, appliances, and services, including installation and repair.

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