Cheyenne,WY,USA,WY:Pilot 2025-01584-Quick Hire! at State Of Wyoming

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is a vital government agency dedicated to managing and maintaining the transportation infrastructure of the state of Wyoming. Focused on serving the public interest, WYDOT plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and accessible transportation systems that support the economic growth and quality of life for Wyoming residents. With a commitment to professionalism, public service, and employee development, WYDOT offers a collaborative work environment and is dedicated to work-life balance, professional growth opportunities such as tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance as well as a state retirement plan. The agency promotes a drug-free workplace and emphasizes safety and risk management in all aspects of its operations. WYDOT's strong statewide presence and dedication to service make it a respected and essential part of Wyoming’s public sector workforce. The position available is for a full-time Pilot located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This role is classified as a permanent full-time and non-exempt position, with an attractive hourly wage of $49.84. The pilot will serve as both Pilot-in-Command and Second-in-Command for single and multi-engine turbine jet aircraft that are equipped for photogrammetric and survey flights to support WYDOT's various transportation missions. The pilot will be tasked with flying complex flight routes, often in challenging airspace and weather conditions, during both day and night hours. Key responsibilities include flight planning, managing flight data, coordinating passenger loading, and maintaining aircraft flight publications and software. The pilot must also maintain readiness and fitness for flight during standby periods and times when not assigned to a flight. The role carries a significant emphasis on safety, flight efficiency, and operational excellence. Candidates are expected to be knowledgeable in relevant aviation regulations, risk management, and aviation principles while effectively collaborating with other personnel to ensure smooth operation of the flight department. Candidates with advanced certifications such as an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license and CE-500 type rating, as well as substantial flight hours, are preferred. This position includes a $2,000 hiring bonus subject to eligibility criteria and completion of at least one year of service. WYDOT values veterans and offers veterans' preference for eligible candidates, along with public service student loan forgiveness. Employees benefit from paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and opportunities for financial savings through state-sponsored retirement plans. Beyond compensation and benefits, Wyoming offers a high quality of life with clean air, vast open spaces, abundant outdoor recreational activities, and no state income tax. This role offers an exciting opportunity for qualified pilots who want to contribute to public service while enjoying a supportive work environment and exceptional benefits in a scenic state.

• Bachelor's degree
• 0-2 years of relevant piloting experience
• pilot's license with commercial certificate and instrument rating for single and multi-engine airplanes
• 2000 hours total flying time, 1000 hours fixed-wing aircraft time, 750 hours pilot-in-command, 250 hours multi-engine airplane, 100 hours night flying, 100 hours actual or simulated instrument flying with 50 hours actual flight
• first-class medical certificate
• availability 7 days a week
• ability to fly 200-300 hours annually
• commitment to drug-free workplace