EMS Helicopter Pilot — $40k Sign-On Bonus + Housing

Air Methods Pilots; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 82,900 - 93,251; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking a pilot in Yuma, Arizona, to operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and compliant manner, ensuring airworthiness for patient transport within an assigned area.

Responsibilities include pre-flight checks, daily flight log sign-offs, and maintaining familiarization with aircraft and medical systems. Minimum flight-hour requirements and certifications are specified in the job description.

Qualifications

• AA or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
• Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying airworthiness and sign off Daily Flight Log.
• Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
• Conducts flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.

Skills

Flight safety

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

AA or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Air Methods is seeking a pilot in Yuma, Arizona, to operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and compliant manner, ensuring airworthiness for patient transport within an assigned area.

Responsibilities include pre-flight checks, daily flight log sign-offs, and maintaining familiarization with aircraft and medical systems. Minimum flight-hour requirements and certifications are specified in the job description.