Helicopter Pilot

Overview Life Net

AS350 (VFR)

Salary Range: ($82,900 - $93,251)

• Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000
• $5,000 Stipend

Off Duty Housing $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 objective is to ensure safety to/from every flight, so come join our growing and high‑performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best! Location: Rio Rico offers a peaceful, small‑town atmosphere surrounded by the natural beauty of southern Arizona’s rolling hills and desert landscapes. Located near the U.S.–Mexico border and just south of Tucson, it blends cultural richness with easy access to larger city amenities. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, stunning sunsets, and outdoor recreation like hiking and birdwatching near Coronado National Forest. Benefits 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 Operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner. Complete pre‑flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is airworthy 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. Be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and ensure that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems. Complete required documentation. Conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards. Participate regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach. Perform 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. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. 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: Maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and be less than seventy (70) years old. Skills Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strive to maintain a friendly and professional working environment. Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months. Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program: 2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1500 flight hours in category 1000 hours PIC in category 500 hours of rotor wing turbine 200 hours of cross‑country flight time, at least 50 hours at night 100 hours unaided night as PIC (50 hours of unaided can be substituted by 100 hours of NVG time, but cannot be reduced below 50 hours of unaided time) 50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (for a RW candidate who is FW rated, 100 hours or greater of FW actual or hood Instrument time can reduce the RW required instrument time to 25 hours) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft) (ATP rating in category meets this requirement) Fixed wing multi‑engine rating is required for twin‑engine aircraft Commercial single‑engine land is required for single‑engine aircraft First or Second Class FAA Medical certificate required. Internal Bidding Ends: 4/21/2026 Minimum pay USD $82,900.00/Yr. Maximum Pay USD $93,251.00/Yr. 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. For more information on our industry‑leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. #J-18808-Ljbffr JSfirm.com