Helicopter Pilot

Overview

Sky Life

B407 GXI (IFR)

Salary Range: ($91,190 - $102,576) with 110% ACCRA

+ $20,000 Stipend

+ $3,000 IFR Stipend

+ Experience Stipend:
Up to $12,000

Off-Duty Housing Available

$25,000 Sign On Bonus

** TEMPORARY POSITION**

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

Visalia, California, is special for its unique blend of agricultural heritage, natural beauty, and vibrant community spirit. Situated in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, Visalia is surrounded by fertile farmlands, earning it the title of "Gateway to the Sequoias" due to its proximity to the majestic Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The city's downtown area, with its historic buildings and charming boutiques, preserves its small-town charm while offering a range of cultural and culinary experiences.

Visalia is deeply rooted in agriculture, and its weekly farmers' markets showcase the region's bountiful harvests, providing residents and visitors with fresh, locally grown produce. The town's strong sense of community is evident in its various events, such as the annual Visalia Earth Day Celebration and the Visalia Adventure Park, where neighbors come together to celebrate their shared environment and create lasting memories.

Additionally, Visalia is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and outdoor recreational opportunities, making it an ideal place to live and visit. It's the combination of its agricultural richness, natural splendor, and welcoming community that makes Visalia, California, truly special.

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.

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 days on/7 days off (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…