Piedmont Pilot Cadet Program
Pilot job in Augusta, ME
### Embark on Your Aviation Journey with Piedmont Airlines - Your First Class Ticket to the Cockpit Are you dreaming of a thrilling career at 35,000 feet? Piedmont Airlines invites aspiring aviators to join our Cadet Program and catapult into a flying career with a $15,000 bonus in hand. Fast-track your way to the captain's seat at American Airlines, leveraging the most direct route in the industry. Choose your adventure - build your flying hours your way, anywhere you wish.
### Why Piedmont?
At Piedmont Airlines, excellence is not just an expectation; it's our legacy. With a fleet piloted by the industry's elite, an unbeaten safety scorecard, and a suite of enviable perks and travel benefits, we're more than just an airline; we're your future home in the skies. Join our family of over 10,000 aviation enthusiasts spread across various domains, from customer service and maintenance to the heart of our operations - flight. Start here, soar everywhere.
### Program Highlights:
- Get Paid to Fly: Piedmont's Cadet Program offers a comprehensive $15,000 incentive to support your journey as you accumulate flight hours and work towards the ATP/R-ATP milestones..
- Flexibility at Its Finest: With freedom at the core of our cadet program, whether you're instructing, flying charters, or banner towing, the sky's truly the limit.
- A Guaranteed Seat with American Airlines: Stand on the shoulders of giants and secure your spot with the world's leading airline, thanks to our seniority-based progression.
- Unwavering Support: From mentorship and promotional materials to exclusive Cadet events, we're with you at every altitude.
### Joining Forces with Piedmont Means:
A competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), and more. Family travel privileges across the American Airlines network. Performance-based bonuses and relocation opportunities, depending on company policy and your achievements.
### Are You Pilot Material?
To qualify for the Cadet Program, you'll need:
- A Commercial Multi-engine license with an instrument rating.
- At least 500 hours total flight time.
- To Cannot be within 200 hours of meeting ATP/Restricted ATP minimums.
- A valid first-class medical certificate.
- A clean slate (no criminal record or FAA violations).
Ready for Takeoff?
If you're at least 18, hold a high school diploma or GED, and have a passion that soars as high as our planes, we're looking for you. Piedmont Airlines is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone's career can take flight.
Questions? Propellers spinning with curiosity? Email us at ******************.
Embark on your journey today - because at Piedmont Airlines, we don't just offer you a job; we offer you a sky full of possibilities.
### Place of Work
On-site
### Requisition ID
R1005870
### Application Link
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Easy ApplyAirline Pilot - First Officer
Pilot job in Augusta, ME
**First Officer - Piedmont Airlines** **About Us** Piedmont Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group, operates a fleet of Embraer 145 regional jets and is proud to connect communities across the East Coast and beyond. Our crew bases in Philadelphia, PA; Charlotte, NC; and Harrisburg, PA provide pilots with stability, career growth, and industry-leading benefits.
Looking ahead, Piedmont will welcome the Embraer 175 to our fleet in 2028, offering pilots expanded opportunities to fly one of the most modern and comfortable regional aircraft in the skies.
**Why Choose Piedmont?**
* **Competitive Pay**
* First Officer hourly pay starting at $99.00
* 75-hour minimum guarantee
* Captain pay begins once you log 750 Piedmont flight hours and successfully bid to upgrade
* Longevity match: Bring your service time from another 121 carrier
* **Training& Support**
* Hotel accommodations are provided during training at the American Airlines Training Center in Charlotte, NC
* 100% pay protection for canceled trips and deadhead assignments
* **Career Growth**
* Captain upgrade eligibility after 2,500 total time hours and 1,000 Part 121 hours.
* Earn Captain pay at 750 Piedmont hours with a successful upgrade bid
* Flow-through program to American Airlines after 5 years of service, or continue earning top-of-scale pay if you remain at Piedmont
* Future opportunities to transition to the Embraer 175 fleet in 2028
**Compensation**
**First Officer Pay Scale: Hourly Pay**
1 | $99.00
2 | $104.50
3 | $114.00
4+ | $117.75
* 4-hour minimum day guarantee
* 11 minimum days off per month
* Long Call Reserve available
**Captain Pay Upgrade: Once you log 750 flight hours at Piedmont and successfully bid for an upgrade, you will be compensated at the Captain's hourly rate.**
**Insurance& Retirement Benefits**
* **Medical Insurance** : Zero-dollar deductible plan; company covers 67% of employee premium (includes prescription and vision)
* **Dental Insurance** : Preventive care at no cost
* **Life& Disability**: 100% company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
* **Retirement** : 401(k) with company contribution of 4% after one year of service
**Travel Privileges**
* Unlimited travel on American Airlines for you, your spouse/partner, children, stepchildren, and parents
* Guest travel options available
* Zonal Employee Discount (ZED) agreements with other carriers for expanded global travel
**Additional Perks**
* Commuter hotel rooms (6 per quarter for hub domiciles; 4 per month for non-hub domiciles)
* Bid crew base assignments by seniority and availability
* 100% trip cancellation and deadhead pay
**Minimum Qualifications**
* Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) or Restricted ATP (R-ATP) certificate with multi-engine rating
* 500 hours total time, including:
* 50 hours multi-engine
* 250 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) _or_ R-ATP minimums met
* Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate
* FCC Radiotelephone Operator's Permit
* Valid U.S. passport (or passport with U.S. work authorization)
* High school diploma or GED
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Type rating in a Part 25 aircraft
* Current employment as a Part 121 pilot
**Take Your Career Further**
Joining Piedmont means more than flying airplanes-it's building a long-term career with American Airlines Group. Whether your goal is to fly to America or continue with Piedmont's growing operation-including flying the Embraer 175 in 2028-you'll find stability, competitive pay, and unmatched travel privileges.
### Place of Work
On-site
### Requisition ID
238754
### Compensation
First Officer hourly pay starting at $99.00 75 hour minimum gurantee Captain pay begins once you log 750 Piedmont flight hours and successfully bid to upgrade Longevity match: Bring your service time from another 121 carrier
### Job Type
Full Time
### Job Benefits
Medical Insurance: Zero-dollar deductible plan; company covers 67% of employee premium (includes prescription and vision)
Dental Insurance: Preventive care at no cost
Life & Disability: 100% company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
Retirement: 401(k) with company contribution of 4% after one year of service
### Application Link
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River Pilot
Pilot job in Bucksport, ME
American Cruise Lines is seeking River Pilots for our growing fleet sailing unique itineraries along inland and coastal waterways of the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Columbia-Snake Rivers, Great Lakes, and Mississippi-Ohio-Cumberland-Tennessee-Arkansas Rivers. Our U.S. flag ships are state-of-the art designed for safe operation and five-star service to 100-200 guests.
River Pilots are senior shipboard watch officers responsible for safe vessel operations, adherence to company and regulatory standards, and representing the company as a professional leader and example. Our River Pilots are experienced mariners with piloting experience in challenging coastal and river waterways. Our River Pilots are prudent decision-makers continually assessing potential risk weeks, days, and hours ahead of the vessel and crew. Our River Pilots are meticulous professionals, in service to our guests and as examples to our crews.
American Cruise Lines offers competitive pay and benefits, along with comprehensive professional development programs. River Pilots enjoy comfortable onboard stateroom accommodations and chef prepared meals. American Cruise Lines operates our own bridge simulator, enabling rigorous recurrent training and development focused on critical decision-making and advanced piloting skills. American Cruise Lines recruits and retains the best professional mariners in the industry.
At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values-Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America's Story on the Finest American Ships.
Responsibilities:
* Safety and Security of the passengers, crew and vessel.
* Safe vessel operations, adhering to company and regulatory standards.
* Prudent vessel piloting and maneuvering.
* Comprehensive daily inspection of all vessel interior and exterior spaces.
* Administrative log keeping, reports, and communications.
* Leadership of safe, secure, clean, and comfortable onboard environment for passengers and crew.
* Typical March-November Season: 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off or 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off.
Qualifications:
* U.S. Coast Guard Master's license: minimum 100T, desired 1600T or greater.
* Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
* Experience on coastal and river waterways: min 2yrs, desired 5yrs with Z-drive experience.
* Excellent communication skills and team-building skills.
* Pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing.
Perks:
* Competitive salary.
* Health, dental, and vision plans available.
* Matching 401(k) plan available.
* World-class training in our own ship simulator facility.
* Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts.
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