Aerial Saw Pilot

Rotor Blade, LLC; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Travel accommodations

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plans

Job summary

Rotor Blade, LLC seeks highly skilled MD500 pilots with long-line expertise to perform aerial saw operations nationwide. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and precise external-load handling.

Requirements include FAA rotorcraft certificates, medical clearance, and extensive flight hours with proven wire-load experience. A strong candidate will also complete a company interview and checkride, with travel and training opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate required.
• FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate required.
• Minimum of 2,000 total helicopter flight hours.
• Proven external load experience, including at least 200 hours in wire environments.
• Demonstrated MD500 helicopter experience.
• Ability to complete a company interview and checkride.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate MD500 helicopters in low-level wire environments for aerial saw operations.
• Execute external load operations in complex wire environments with accuracy.
• Collaborate with ground crews to ensure seamless project execution.

Skills

External load experience

MD500 experience

Checkride interview

Flight hours 2000

Education

FAA Commercial Rotorcraft- Helicopter Certificate

FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate

CFI certificate or flight instruction experience

Job description

Position Overview

Our company is seeking highly skilled and experienced MD500 pilots with long-line

Description

Aerial Saw Pilot

We are hiring nationwide

Position Overview

Our company is seeking highly skilled and experienced MD500 pilots with long-line expertise and a demonstrated commitment to safety. The successful candidate will perform aerial saw operations while adhering to the highest standards of operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate MD500 helicopters in low-level wire environments conducting aerial saw operations.
• Execute external load operations in complex wire environments with accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with ground crews to ensure seamless project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Current FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate
• Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate
• Minimum of 2,000 total helicopter flight hours
• Proven external load experience, including at least200 hours operating in wire
• environments
• Demonstrated experience operating MD500 helicopters
• Ability to successfully complete a company interview and checkride

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certified Flight Instructor(CFI) certificate or documented flight instruction experience
• Previous experience in utility operations or aerial saw operations

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including per diem and travel accommodations
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans
• Rotational work schedule with company-provided travel
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.