Helicopter Pilot

Position Summary

The Helicopter Pilot conducts Visual Flight Rules flight operations in support of Air Medical services. The role is responsible for safely operating company aircraft while maintaining compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, the applicable Rotorcraft Flight Manual, company operating procedures, and state and municipal regulations.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• 7 days on / 7 days off.
• 24-hour base housing provided at all locations.
• This is not a Float Pilot position.

Responsibilities

• Operate company aircraft safely and efficiently in accordance with the applicable Rotorcraft Flight Manual.
• Ensure flight operations comply with Federal Aviation Regulations, company operating procedures, and applicable state and municipal regulations.
• Monitor current and forecast weather conditions.
• Conduct aircraft preflight inspections before beginning a shift and/or accepting transports or flights.
• Document aircraft discrepancies in the engineering log and notify maintenance of discrepancies and corrective actions.
• Report for each shift rested and prepared for duty.
• Remain current on weather conditions and forecast changes.

Requirements

• Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate.
• Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating.
• Minimum 2,000 total flight hours.
• Minimum 1,500 helicopter hours.
• Minimum 1,000 helicopter PIC hours.
• Minimum 500 turbine hours.
• Minimum 100 hours unaided night, or 50 hours unaided night with 100 hours aided.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maximum weight of 230 pounds while dressed in flight suit and boots.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Helicopter Air Ambulance experience or equivalent.

Benefits

• $15,000 sign-on bonus.
• $40,000 retention bonus after three years.
• Up to 55% geographic modifier depending on location.
• 24-hour base housing provided.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Vacation and paid time off.