Operations Specialist

Columbia Helicopters

Overseas/Domestic
Remote
Plan and secure helicopter loads
Maintain radio communication with pilots
Inspect rigging and lifting equipment
Columbia Helicopters is seeking an Operations Specialist to support helicopter operations, both domestically and internationally. The role involves planning, rigging, and securing loads for transport, as well as providing operational support and communication with pilots and project teams

Job Summary

  • This role supports active helicopter operations both overseas and within the United States by ensuring safe, effective, and coordinated job execution.
  • The specialist is responsible for planning, rigging, and securing loads while acting as a liaison between clients and flight crews.
  • Candidates must be willing to live and work in primitive areas and foreign countries to support field operations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Columbia Helicopters is seeking an Operations Specialist to support helicopter operations, both domestically and internationally. The role involves planning, rigging, and securing loads for transport, as well as providing operational support and communication with pilots and project teams.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Plan and secure helicopter loads
  • Maintain radio communication with pilots
  • Inspect rigging and lifting equipment
  • Supervise rigging and hooking crews
  • Work in primitive areas overseas

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of large cargo helicopters
  • Basic rigging and loading principles
  • Ability to speak a native foreign language
  • First aid training certification
  • Experience with logging operations

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must meet ITAR requirements as a U.S. Person
  • Pass client required medical and Visa requirements
  • Training in first aid procedures required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (U.S. Person)

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