Helicopter Pilot - Rotor Wing

2w2 weeks ago

Air Methods

Snyder, US · Full-time · $80,000 – $120,000

About this role

Air Methods, the leader in the air medical industry, is seeking an exceptional Rotor Wing Pilot to join our team in Snyder, TX. Operating the Bell 407 (VFR) for AirLife TX, you will provide critical air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

In this role, you will ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patients to receiving hospitals within your assigned operational area. You will conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards, and have final authority regarding the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment.

Our high-performing culture is sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best, with a strong focus on safety to and from every flight. You will work a 7 days on/7 days off schedule with 12-hour shifts, allowing for true work-life balance while serving communities in need.

Living and working in Snyder, TX means experiencing genuine West Texas friendliness, wide open skies, and affordable living where community really matters. You are just a short drive from vibrant cities like Abilene, Lubbock, and the Midland–Odessa area for culture, entertainment, and big-city amenities.

Requirements

Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area
Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards
Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM)
Thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures
Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily
Regular scheduled attendance required - 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts)

Responsibilities

Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner
Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log
Performs a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight
Serves as final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment
Ensures thorough familiarity with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area
Conducts detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards
Completes required documentation and participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach