Aerial Utility Pilot — External Load & Pole Set Ops

Heli Preflight; Utah; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotation schedule

Salary Insurance

Job summary

Rugged Mountain Aviation in Garland, Utah, seeks a skilled Utility Helicopter Pilot to support aerial utility and infrastructure projects, including precision pole setting and external load operations.

You will perform thorough pre-flight and post-flight checks, maintain flight logs, and coordinate with ground crews. Willingness to travel to remote job sites as required; FAA rotorcraft certificate and external load experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 500 hours external load experience.
• 200 hours Bell Medium time preferred (UH-1, 205, 212, 214).
• External Load / Long Line experience required.
• Pole set experience required.
• Class II medical certificate current.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Operate utility helicopters safely for power line construction and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with ground crews, linemen, and project managers for smooth aerial operations.
• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight inspections per FAA standards.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and operational records.
• Participate in safety briefings and job hazard analyses.
• Ensure aircraft cleanliness and maintenance reporting; assist maintenance during check flights.
• Travel to remote job sites as required (potential extended stays).

Skills

External Load

Long Line Experience

Pole Set Experience

Bell Medium Experience

Class II Medical Certificate

Valid Driver’s License

Education

High School Diploma

FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certificate

Job description

Rugged Mountain Aviation in Garland, Utah, seeks a skilled Utility Helicopter Pilot to support aerial utility and infrastructure projects, including precision pole setting and external load operations.

You will perform thorough pre-flight and post-flight checks, maintain flight logs, and coordinate with ground crews. Willingness to travel to remote job sites as required; FAA rotorcraft certificate and external load experience are essential.