AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Air Evac Lifeteam; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 87,019 - 95,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A premier emergency medical service company is seeking experienced pilots for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions in Memphis, TN. Applicants should have a total of 2,000 flight hours, including significant helicopter experience. The starting salary ranges from $87,019 to $95,720, with additional bonuses available. The role emphasizes safety and compliance with regulations, and the ideal candidate will possess the necessary pilot certifications. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2,000 total flight hours required.
• At least 1,500 helicopter hours and 1,000 hours as pilot-in-command.
• FAA Medical Certificate and Pilot License must be uploaded.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and operations manual.
• Operate aircraft safely and efficiently based on the rotorcraft flight manual.
• Conduct preflight checks and report discrepancies.

Skills

Helicopter flying

Weather monitoring

Compliance with regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

Job description

Job Description

We invite you to join a team of highly skilled emergency medical experts, pilots and mechanics! Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost, and we will be there when you need us.

This posting is for multiple Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions; we have many other opportunities available. This is not a Float Pilot position.

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 – $95,720 (up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location). Sign on Bonus: 15K. Retention Bonus after 3 years: 40K. On Duty Housing at all locations. 7/7 Schedule at most locations.

Job Summary

• Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations.
• Operates aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, emphasizing compliance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual.
• Monitors forecast changes and current weather situations.
• Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights, using the appropriate rotorcraft flight manual; discrepancies noted during the pre‑flight are recorded in the engineering log and communicated to maintenance for corrective action.
• Reports to shift rest and keeps current on weather and forecast changes.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2,000 total flight hours, 1,500 helicopter hours, 1,000 helicopter pilot‑in‑command hours, 500 turbine hours, 100 night unaided hours (or 50 night unaided with 100 night aided).
• Previous HAA experience or equivalent – preferred.
• Education and Credentials: Rotorcraft‑Helicopter Commercial Certificate; Rotorcraft‑Helicopter Instrument Rating; high school diploma or equivalent.
• Other: 230‑pound weight limit; dressed in flight suit and boots.
• Must upload Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off. For more information, visit the careers site benefits page.