Aerial Firefighting Helicopter Pilot

Helijobs.net; Tallahassee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Risk Retirement Package

Annual Uniform Allotment

Annual Boot Allotment

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance Options

Job summary

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks a Firefighter Rotorcraft Pilot to operate single-engine turbine helicopters for aerial fire suppression and prescribed burns. Candidates must hold a Commercial Pilot certification and have significant helicopter flight experience.

The role includes responsibilities like preflight inspections, flying firefighting missions, and aircraft maintenance.

Qualifications

• FAA Commercial Pilot with Rotorcraft/Helicopter and Instrument-Helicopter ratings.
• 1,000 hours helicopter flight time, including 500 hours in turbine helicopters.
• Current FAA Class 1 or Class 2 Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Pilot helicopters for aerial fire suppression and prescribed burns.
• Perform preflight inspections and file flight plans.
• Maintain aircraft condition and assist in daily inspections.

Skills

FAA Certification

Helicopter Flight Experience

Medical Fitness

Tobacco-Free

Pilot Command Skills

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks a Firefighter Rotorcraft Pilot to operate single-engine turbine helicopters for aerial fire suppression and prescribed burns. Candidates must hold a Commercial Pilot certification and have significant helicopter flight experience.

The role includes responsibilities like preflight inspections, flying firefighting missions, and aircraft maintenance.