Helicopter Pilot - Air Medical

2w2 weeks ago

Air Methods

Waco, US · Full-time · $85,000 – $110,000

About this role

As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while ensuring safety to and from every time. Our #1 objective is safety.

Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital. Completes pre-flight before every flight, performing a complete walk around of the aircraft. Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.

As an Air Methods pilot in vibrant Waco, Texas, you'll enjoy a rewarding career with work life balance. Regular scheduled attendance is 7 days on, 7 days off with 12-hour shifts. Participate in meetings, community outreach, and other duties as assigned.

Join a growing and high-performing culture sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best. Air Methods offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a competitive 401(k) retirement plan. Relocation assistance and tuition reimbursement are also available.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Helicopter Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating.
FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
Thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), and General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM).
Ability to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 7 days on/7 days off schedule.
Demonstrated ability to act as final authority for aircraft operations and safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
Complete pre-flight before every flight, verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log.
Act as final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
Ensure thorough familiarity with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area.
Conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
Participate regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
Maintain regular scheduled attendance on a 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts) schedule.