[Repost] Contract B205 Fire Pilot Idaho

Contract B205 Fire Pilot Idaho

Bell 205 Pilot

Idaho Helicopters, Inc. Boise, Idaho, USA

Position Type: Contractor

Idaho Helicopters Inc is seeking a qualified Bell 205 pilot for federal firefighting contracts. After the fire season, transition into a seven on seven off air ambulance position, flying a Bell 429 at our base in Boise. That position will go from November until April and then back to the 205 for fire season. Idaho Helicopters Inc has operated Part 135,133, and 137 since 1970. Currently we have three Bell 429's and three Bell 205's. The 429's are assigned to air ambulance and our 205's work on federal firefighting contracts along with miscellaneous 135 and 133 jobs in the off season. Our sister company, Helicopter Maintenance Corp, is a Part 145 Repair Station and a Bell Customer Service Facility for both 429's and 205's. We are particularly proud to have been operating Bell mediums since 1987 and 429's since 2011.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Bell 205 helicopters in accordance with USFS/DOI guidelines and regulations.
• Operate Bell 429 in day and night air ambulance operations

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Meets qualifications for USFS/DOI contracts as a Bell 205 Pilot.
• Proven experience and proficiency in flying Bell 205 helicopters.
• Strong understanding of firefighting procedures and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work on a 12 on, 12 off schedule.
• Training for 429 and air ambulance operations can be offered

Willing to relocate to the Boise area.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay scale
• Flight hour bonus and additional income opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement plans.

Idaho Helicopters specializes in air ambulance, firefighting, and construction/utility. We are a Bell certified Customer Service Facility.