Helicopter Pilot

Overview J Helicopter Pilot - Elkhart, IN Memorial MedFlight

EC145 / IFR

$15,000 Location Stipend Off Duty Housing available $15,000 Sign-on Bonus

AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!

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 to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best! Location Life in Elkhart offers a vibrant mix of innovation, community, and natural beauty. Known as the “RV Capital of the World,” Elkhart has a strong, growing economy with deep roots in craftsmanship and manufacturing, creating opportunity while maintaining its friendly, approachable feel. Residents enjoy scenic spots like the Wellfield Botanic Gardens and the Riverwalk, perfect for relaxing strolls or weekend outings. With an affordable cost of living, rich arts and music scene, and easy access to nearby cities like South Bend and even Chicago, Elkhart provides the perfect balance of small-town comfort and big-city convenience—making it an ideal place to call home. Benefits Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind: Health, Dental and Vision Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans Tuition Reimbursement Full Company-Paid Life Insurance AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Accident Insurance Voluntary Legal Relocation Assistance Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs Job Summary Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures. Responsibilities Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following: 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. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight. Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment. Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems. Responsible for completion of required documentation. Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards. Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Job Requirements Regular scheduled attendance. (7/7 schedule - 12-hour shifts) Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Compensation Compensation commensurate with flight and EMS experience from $82,900 per year. Qualifications Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position. Pay Scale Based on flight and EMS experience. Education & Experience Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Bachelor’s degree preferred Operation and Safety Requirements: As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old. Skills Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months Instrument Flight rules (IFR) Program: 2,500 total flight hours with a minimum of 2,000 hours in category 1000 hours PIC in category 500 hours of cross-country flight time, 100 hours of night flight time 500 hours of RW turbine 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50 hours which were in flight in an aircraft including 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Commercial & Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft) ATP rating in category meets this requirement First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status Minimum pay Maximum Pay Benefits For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) This position will be open and posted until filled, with a minimum posting period of three days. #J-18808-Ljbffr Air Methods Corporation