Aerial Firefighter Rotorcraft Pilot

Helicopter Jobs; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Florida Special Risk Pension

Annual Uniform Allotment

Boot Allotment

Job summary

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES seeks a FIREFIGHTER ROTORCRAFT PILOT to operate single-engine turbine helicopters for wildland fire suppression and preventative burns. This role requires rigorous safety checks, flight planning, and coordination with ground teams across Florida’s forestry service.

Qualified candidates hold FAA rotorcraft/instrument ratings, 1,000 hours helicopter time (500 turbine), and a Class 1 or 2 Medical Certificate.

Qualifications

• FAA Commercial Pilot rotorcraft/helicopter ratings and instrument-Helicopter ratings.
• Flight time: 1000 hours helicopter, incl. 500 turbine hours.
• FAA Class 1 or Class 2 Medical Certificate.
• Be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Pilot single-engine turbine helicopter for fire suppression and prescribed burns.
• Transport firefighting personnel and aerial observers to fires.
• Perform preflight, weather checks, flight plans, and post-flight duties.
• Maintain aircraft, assist maintenance with daily checks and upkeep.
• Attend training to maintain currency per FAA ratings and rules.

Skills

FAA rotorcraft pilot

Rotorcraft/instrument ratings

Flight hours (1000)

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES seeks a FIREFIGHTER ROTORCRAFT PILOT to operate single-engine turbine helicopters for wildland fire suppression and preventative burns. This role requires rigorous safety checks, flight planning, and coordination with ground teams across Florida’s forestry service.

Qualified candidates hold FAA rotorcraft/instrument ratings, 1,000 hours helicopter time (500 turbine), and a Class 1 or 2 Medical Certificate.