AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA - Located in Watson, IL

Air Evac Lifeteam; Watson (IL); On-site; USD 88,759 - 97,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 sign-on bonus

$40,000 retention bonus after 3 years

24-hour base housing

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits

Job summary

Air Evac Lifeteam is looking for qualified candidates for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions located in Watson, IL. This role ensures all operations involving company aircraft comply with Federal Aviation Regulations. Candidates must meet specific flight hour requirements, including 2000 total flight hours and 1500 helicopter hours. The position offers a starting salary range from $88,759 to $97,635, along with a $15,000 sign-on bonus and a $40,000 retention bonus after three years.

Further benefits include 24-hour base housing, a comprehensive package covering medical and dental needs, and vacation time. Join us to make a difference in emergency medical services!

Qualifications

• 2000 hours total flight time.
• 1500 hours helicopter time.
• 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command.
• 500 hours turbine.
• 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided.

Responsibilities

• Operate the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitor forecast changes and current weather situations.
• Conduct preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift.
• Report to shift rested and prepared for duty.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

Job description

Job Description

Located in Watson, IL, 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. By applying through this posting, we are able to move your application to the open location of your choosing. This is not a Float Pilot position.

Starting Salary Range: $88,759 - $97,635

Up to 35% geographic modifier, depending on location.

Sign‑On Bonus: $15,000

Retention Bonus: $40,000 after 3 years.

24‑hour base housing provided at all locations.

7/7 Schedule.

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 the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on 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, utilizing the appropriate rotorcraft flight manual. Discrepancies noted during the pre‑flight are recorded in the engineering log with notification to maintenance of the discrepancy and the corrective action being taken.
• Reports to his/her shift rested and prepared for duty, staying current on weather and forecast changes.

Qualifications

Experience

• 2000 hours total flight time.
• 1500 hours helicopter time.
• 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command.
• 500 hours turbine.
• 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided.

Education and Credentials

• Previous HAA experience or equivalent – preferred.
• Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate.
• Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Other

• 230‑pound weight limit while dressed in flight suit and boots.

Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate.

Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end‑to‑end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.

This is an evergreen role with no anticipated close date.

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.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.