(Other) HAA Base Lead Pilot Maine

HAA Base Lead Pilot Maine

LifeFlight Aviation Services

LifeFlight Aviation Services in Bangor, ME 04401

Job Description: Base Lead Pilot- Rotor Wing

Mission Statement:

The mission of LifeFlight Aviation Services is to create a safe, high reliability, instrument based aviation system for the people of Maine and greater New England. Through dedication and innovation, LFAS will support LifeFlight of Maine and the Maine hospital systems in transforming the existing critical care transport system into an integrated, high quality, patient centered system, continually improving and worthy of the public's trust.

Job Title: Base Supervisor- RW

Reports To: Chief Pilot (CP)/Director Aviation

Job Location: Primary: As Assigned Secondary: Lewiston, Sanford, Bangor

Position Summary: The base lead pilot manages the day to day scheduling and operations of the pilots assigned to that base. The base lead pilot closely with the LFAS leadership to assure operational excellence and accountability in providing safe, efficient, and reliable Critical Care Transport to the people of Maine and the greater New England region.

The base supervisor is committed to a Just and Accountable Culture. The base supervisor is expected to conduct regular observation of pilots for the purposes of assessment and mentoring. Provides local oversight over pilots assigned to that base of operations.

This position requires travel to support LFAS base sites and primary service area to perform job functions. The job may require occasional national travel as needed for training, certifications, conferences, or as directed. This position also requires time commitment to the after-hours Aviation Administrative schedule.

The position may require occasional travel throughout Maine, occasional travel out of state and occasional attendance at weekend events. The successful candidate will have high flexibility and a strong work ethic understanding that position responsibilities may vary at times, and the need to be receptive to additional responsibilities that may be reasonably assigned by LFAS Leadership and the knowledge that processes are subject to change per organizational growth.

Responsibilities: The Base Lead Pilot will maintain all qualifications, responsibilities, and duties of a LFAS Captain. Additional duties include:

• Supervises RW pilot staff assigned to a specific base.
• Conducting flight and ground training activities for aviation personnel and medical non crewmembers to promote a high level of knowledge and proficiency.
• Responsible for ensuring aviation medical personnel are properly trained in Aviation Safety and Awareness Training (ASAT) consisting of but not limited to: aircraft safety, operations, egress and emergency procedures.
• Ensures base pilots are actively maintaining Instrument Proficiency and tracks metrics to quantify same. Promotes learning and encourages operations in the IFR environment. Advises the CP regarding the training of individual pilot personnel and assists in aviation crew members training and standardization in compliance with the LFAS General Operations Manual (GOM) and training manuals.
• Assists the DA/DO in formulating company policies, training policies, and training curriculum. Assists the CP in preparing and maintaining pilot proficiency and currency records and files. Assists in coordination of ongoing training opportunities (ground and air) for line pilot staff. Supervises and, under the direction of the CP, schedules pilots at the assigned base. Base supervisors will be responsible for coordinating adequate pilot coverage at their assigned base.
• May serve as a member of Training committee. In conjunction with LFAS administration, provides counseling per LFAS policies. Monitors training needs and applicable dates to remain in compliance with FAR's and GOM. Participates, but not solely responsible, for employee evaluations. Completes payroll for base, ensures accuracy of timecards. Maintains requirements of RW line captain.

Skills and abilities: Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of aviation policies. Shares professional responsibility for identification, development and achievement of LFAS goals. Promotes and maintains positive professional working relationships throughout LFAS, and partner organizations. Demonstrates and promotes effective interpersonal skills. Promotes the safety culture of LFAS and places safety as a top priority. Mentors new employees to their new work area and area of operations.

Requirements, Education and/or experience 3,000 hours total flight time; 2,000 hours total pilot in command; 1,000 hours turbine; 300 hours night; At least 500 HNVGOs Three (3) years managerial experience in an HAA or equivalent environment Be Qualified as an LFAS RW Captain. ATP attained within 18 months of hire. Obtain an FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate annually. Requirements set forth by contracted entities to include, but not limited to, vaccination requirements and weight standards.

Working conditions/physical demands: Ability to operate helicopters and is exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, chemicals (i.e. jet fumes) and extreme heat or cold. Ability to lift at least 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and bend and carry heavy equipment and assist with carrying and loading patients. Ability to use maintenance stands and ladders to preflight aircraft. Able to refuel aircraft at the LFAS facility. Works in a patient care environment on the aircraft and is exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins. Ability to physically gain access to the cabin and cockpit of any aircraft assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Work Remotely: No