Air Ambulance Relief Pilot (EC130) – $2K Sign-On Bonus

Metro Aviation; Chanute (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus $2,000

Retention Bonus $5,000

Hardship Stipend $15,000

Family Health Insurance

Family Dental Insurance

Family Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Helicopter Air Ambulance Relief Pilot (VFR/PIC) for Midwest operations. The role includes relief duties across bases, ensuring safe operations and top-tier customer service while coordinating with OCC and base leadership.

The position offers strong benefits, a commitment to safety, and opportunities to participate in Metro Aviation training programs and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum flight time and experience aligned with regulatory and CAMTS requirements.
• Relief pilot duties across multiple bases as assigned by Regional Aviation Manager/Chief Pilot.
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service during operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain awareness of company, base, and customer policies; consult Lead Pilot for clarification.
• Comply with FARs, OPS Specs, Man. and Base procedures.
• Coordinate with Lead Pilot to complete Local Base Orientation Training before reporting to duty.
• Ensure familiarity with aircraft systems; arrange assistance if needed.
• Input complete flight information to OCC prior to flight request; update aircraft status timely.
• Promote professional communication with customers and co-workers.
• Notify RAM of conflicts or incidents; adhere to Metro SMS procedures.
• Maintain aircraft cleanliness and readiness; perform pre/post-shift briefings.
• Obtain weather briefings for service area and monitor updates; coordinate with OCC or customer on delays.
• Participate in customer safety training and PT/109 safety activities as required.
• Engage in Metro training programs including Instrument Proficiency.

Skills

Crew resource management

Communication skills

Leadership

MS Office / Google Suite

ATC communication

Education

FAA Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Certificate

Instrument Helicopter Rating

FAA 2nd Class Medical

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking aHelicopter Air Ambulance Relief Pilot (VFR/PIC) (EC130) to work as an integral part of theMetro team for our operations inthe Midwest.

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*$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

*$5,000 Retention Bonus*

*$15,000 Hardship Stipend*

*Subject to offer letter terms and policy*

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,

Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and

Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job Objective

TheNational Relief Pilot is responsible to fill pilot shortages at various bases asassigned by the Regional Aviation Manager, Chief Pilot, or Director of Part 135 Operations. Additional tasks may be assigned. The Regional Relief Pilot will strive touphold the highest level of customer service while maintaining the safest operations possible.

Essential Functions

Maintain a clear and concise understanding of current Company, local base, and customer policies and procedures and consult with the Base Manager/Lead Pilot/Team Leader for further clarification if necessary

Comply with all FARs, Operations Specifications, Operations Manual, Flight Manual, local base and company policies and procedures

Coordinate with the applicable Lead Pilot to assure the Local Base Orientation Training is completed prior to reporting to duty

Ensure familiarization with the systems and configuration of the assigned aircraft prior to accepting a duty assignment in that aircraft. If aircraft operation is necessary to accomplish this, arrange to have another authorized pilot or instructor pilot assist with this task

Communicate work assignment details with the Metro Aviation, Inc.Operational Control Center (OCC) to properly input Complete Flightinformation prior to a flight request

Update the ‘Aircraft Status’ in Complete Flight in a timely manner to keep the OCC current on weather, base, and aircraft airworthiness status

Promote effective and courteous communications with co-workers, customer personnel while maintaining a professional work environment

Notify Regional Aviation Manager (RAM) of interpersonal conflicts between co-workers or customer personnel

• Notify Regional Aviation Manager as soon as practical of any incident requiring an Aviation Safety Report (ASR). Comply with all Metro Safety program (SMS) procedures and policies
• Maintain the interior and exterior of the assigned aircraft in a clean and orderly manner
• Conduct pre/post-shift briefings with fellow pilots to review weather status, ASR’s, aircraft airworthiness, and any other pertinent information as per the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
• When assigned to duty, obtain weather briefings for the expected service area, and obtain weather updates as appropriate
• Coordinate with Communication Center or customer on weather status and anticipated delays; update this information as required
• Participate in customer safety training if assigned to duty for that customer
• Assist with customer public relations activities and public service agency safety training if assigned to duty for that customer
• Participate in Metro Aviation, Inc. training programs including the Instrument Proficiency Program
• Perform proper pre-flight inspection, servicing (fuel, oxygen, etc.) and confirm aircraft airworthiness
• Notify maintenance personnel of all aircraft discrepancies; document these discrepancies as required by the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
• Assure all aircraft publications (charts, facility directories, government documents, etc.) are present and up to date
• Ensure Company confidentiality is maintained regarding matters considered proprietary
• When authorized, exercise OCC to initiate, conduct, or terminate a flight or series of flights in accordance with the current Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual procedures

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

Effective oral and written communication skills

Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making

Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds

Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers

Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative

Proficient in directing and guiding

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products

Required Certificates

FAA Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Certificate and Instrument Helicopter Rating (Airline Transport Pilot Rotorcraft Preferred)

FAA 2nd Class Medical (1st Class required at some locations

Valid Driver's License

Minimum Required Experience (Regulatory and CAMTS Requirements)

Total Flight Time = 2,000 hours

Helicopter Flight Time = 1,200 hours

Total Pilot-in-Command Helicopter Time = 1,000 hours

Turbine Helicopter Time = 500 hours

Total X/C Time = 500 hours

Total Night Time = 100 hours (50 unaided)

Total Instrument Time = 75 hours (50 in flight)

Preferred Experience

Air Medical operations

Single Pilot IFR operations

Night Vision Goggle operations

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and walking

Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting

Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height

Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises

Maintain a "duty" weight (body weight + uniform/equipment helmet not included) if applicable per program

Ability to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested

Require close and distant visual capability

Periodic hands to key ability (typing)

Work Environment

Temperature controlled office/rest quarters

Exposure to outdoor aircraft facility with potential cold and hot temperatures

Exposure to running aircraft

Exposure to refueling systems

Status & Work Schedule

Full-time

• 15 work days per month

Workover available when necessary

Extensive travel required

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Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.