407 Line Pilot

All Aviation Jobs; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 on 7 off schedule

Competitive pay

6-monthly training & proficiency hours

Job summary

CareFlite is seeking a line rotorwing pilot to safely transport medical personnel and patients in their Bell 407GX aircraft. The role requires ensuring airworthiness and compliance with FAA regulations, while working within a committed EMS team.

The position emphasizes teamwork, mission focus, and the willingness to embody CareFlite’s core values in every shift. A demanding schedule of 7 on/7 off applies with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Current ATP Rotorcraft required within 6 months of hire.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• 2500 hours helicopter Total Time.
• 500 Turbine flight hours.
• 200 unaided night-flight hours.
• 2000 hours as Helicopter PIC.
• Current aircraft operated by CareFlite (after training).

Responsibilities

• Safely transport medical personnel and patients to and from requested locations using CareFlite's Bell 407GX aircraft.
• Ensure airworthiness and operation in compliance with FAA regulations and CareFlite policies.
• Collaborate as part of a team and uphold CareFlite mission and core values.

Skills

FAA ATP Rotorcraft

Verbal communication

Color vision and hearing ability

Education

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

Job description

Company Description

CareFlite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ambulance service sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, JPS Health Network, Methodist Health System, Parkland, and Texas Health Resources. CareFlite provides medical transport by helicopter, airplane, and ground ambulance, and non-medical transport via wheelchair van.

CareFlite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ambulance service sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, JPS Health Network, Methodist Health System, Parkland, and Texas Health Resources. CareFlite provides medical transport by helicopter, airplane, and ground ambulance, and non-medical transport via wheelchair van.

Job Description

To bring help and hope to patients and families following a terrible trauma, a sudden medical event, or a medical transport. To be part of the finest EMS team in the United States.

The primary duty of a CareFlite line pilot is to safely transport medical personnel and patients to and from the requested locations in CareFlite's Bell 407GX aircraft. In the performance of that mission, the line pilot assumes responsibility for ensuring that the aircraft is airworthy and that the aircraft is operated in compliance with all FAA regulations and CareFlite policies.

This position requires teamwork, a personal commitment to CareFlite’s mission and core values, and the willingness to demonstrate those core values in all activities performed for CareFlite or while representing CareFlite. The incumbent(s) of this position are active participants in the organization and support the changes necessary for the organization’s survival.

CareFlite Rotor Wing Pilots work a 7 on 7 off schedule with competitive pay, with time and a half for workover/overtime.

Benefits

In its commitment to safety, CareFlite offers to each pilot:

• Training every 6 months with CareFlite instructors
• 1 hour of instrument proficiency each month
• Training and qualification in ANVIS 9, White Phosphorus NVGs, (For all 407GX Pilots)
• 2 Axis Autopilots (installed on all 407GX aircraft)

Qualifications

• Current ATP Rotorcraft required within 6 months of hire. (CareFlite Aircraft can be used for ATP Training/Checkride)
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• 2500 hours helicopter Total Time
• 500 Turbine flight hours
• 200 unaided night-flight hours
• 2000 hours as Helicopter PIC
• Current aircraft operated by CareFlite (after training).

Physical Activity Required

• Moderate

Physical/Mental Skills Required

• Holding and lifting (150 pounds)
• Squatting and kneeling
• Bending and standing
• Climbing, walking, and running
• Pushing and twisting
• Pulling
• Ability to hear
• Carrying
• Ability to see and distinguish colors
• Cognitive ability to reason, process etc.
• Ability to communicated verbally

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.