Lead Helicopter Pilot (SPIFR)

Join Our Team as a Lead Helicopter Pilot!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? We are seeking a dedicated Lead Pilot to provide essential medical air transportation services. Our team operates in a vibrant base environment, and we pride ourselves on prioritizing safety and excellence in all our operations.

Why Choose Us?

• Be part of a professional team committed to high safety standards.
• Competitive starting salaries ranging from $115,172 to $126,689 (based on experience).
• Additional stipends totaling $15,000 available for lead and IFR responsibilities.
• Generous bonuses including a $15,000 sign-on bonus after training and a $40,000 retention bonus after 36 months in our Pilot Retention Bonus Plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate aircraft in accordance with regulations and company policies, ensuring safety at all times.
• Coordinate closely with medical teams and ground personnel to ensure seamless operations.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight inspections and maintain aircraft readiness.
• Keep the aircraft clean and assist in light maintenance duties around the base.
• Report any aircraft discrepancies promptly to management.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate and Helicopter Instrument Rating required.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 2,000 helicopter flight hours, including 1,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
• 1,000 turbine hours with at least 200 night helicopter flight hours.
• 100 hours of cumulative instrument flight time.
• Must meet US Forest Service carding requirements.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to make quick decisions under pressure and adapt to changing situations.

If you have an adventurous spirit and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team providing crucial air medical services!